Many People Have an Easier Time Starting an Exercise Program

question 8

Essay

Many people have an easier time starting an exercise program than sticking with an exercise program over the long term.Describe five strategies that can help people stick with a fitness program.You can suggest ideas to combat bad weather,changes in schedules and lifestyle,and boredom.

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Definitions:

Sociologist

A social scientist who studies the social behaviors, structures, and functions within human societies to understand societal influences and patterns.

Differential Reinforcement

A behavior modification technique where positive behavior is rewarded and negative behavior is not, encouraging the desirable behavior.

Deviant Behavior

Conduct that deviates from widely-held norms or values within a society, often causing negative reactions from others.

Burgess-Akers's Social Learning Theory

A perspective that emphasizes the role of socialization in learning deviant and criminal behavior through the observation of others.