One Reason That Adherence Is Such a Significant Issue in Exercise

question 45

Multiple Choice

One reason that adherence is such a significant issue in exercise programs is that

• A)sports involvement can be a threat to self-esteem
• B)exercise can be a threat to one's self-efficacy
• C)the rewards are immediate and long term rewards are absent
• D)risk of injury increases over time
• E)people do not recognize the long term benefits

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