Joggers versus Nonexercisers: An Analysis of Knowledge,Attitudes and Beliefs about Jogging |
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| Authors: | Suzanne E Slenker James H Price Stephen M Roberts Stephen G Jurs |
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| Institution: | 1. Toledo Community Hospital Oncology Program , Toledo , OH , 43606 , USA;2. Department of Health Education , University of Toledo , USA;3. Department of Educational Research &4. Measurement , University of Toledo , Toledo , OH , 43606 , USA |
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| Abstract: | Abstract The Health Belief Model was utilized to examine the knowledge, attitudes and beliefs of individuals regarding regular jogging. Based on an elicitation procedure developed by Martin Fishbein, a questionnaire was developed according to the theoretical tenets of the Health Belief Model and was found to be valid and reliable. Responses from 124 joggers and 96 nonexercisers were analyzed, and significant differences were found. Factors which accounted for the largest portion of predictable variance (40%) were barriers to action such as lack of time, job or family responsibilities, or weather constraints. As a whole, the results provided support for the Health Belief Model in that 61% of the variance in jogging behavior was determined. The study suggests that physical and health educators might more effectively change the behavior of sedentary individuals by utilizing strategies which address perceived obstacles to jogging. |
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| Keywords: | health belief model jogging non-exercising |
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