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What Effect Do Goal Setting Interventions Have on Physical Activity and Psychological Outcomes in Insufficiently Active Adults? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Katie R GarstangPatricia C JackmanLaura C HealySimon B CooperMagistro Daniele
Published in: Journal of physical activity & health (2024)
Our review offers initial insight into the long-term effects of specific goals on PA and psychological outcomes in insufficiently active adults. Further research that examines the PA and psychological effects of goal-setting interventions and investigates a wider range of goal types could develop a stronger evidence base to inform intervention for insufficiently active individuals.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • sleep quality
  • randomized controlled trial
  • body mass index
  • depressive symptoms
  • adipose tissue
  • weight loss