Kinesiology 2276F/G Lecture Notes - Lecture 18: Conscientiousness, Neuroticism, Cardiovascular Disease
19 Nov 2018
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The more open someone is, the more likely they are to try new activities. Set more goals for themselves so they may be more likely to be dependent on exercise. More likely to stick to a workout program. May only partake in group fitness for the social aspect. More willing to adhere and wait for results. When they get injured, they are more likely to adhere to rehab program. More likely to adhere for the wrong reasons (jealousy- competition) Developed by goldberg in 1993 to measure the five divisions. 44 items that measures each factor through its corresponding facet. Extraversion and conscientiousness seem to be associated with positive exercise behaviours. The key personality trait explaining exercise participation may be a sub-trait of extraversion called the activity trait. The activity trait reflects a tendency to be busy, energetic and prefer fast- paced living. The trait is reliable and strong predictor of pa.
