Promoting Strength Training Among Baby Boomers: Message Framing Effects on Motivation and Behavior.
Emily L MaileyRebecca GasperDeirdre DlugonskiGina M BesenyiPublished in: International journal of behavioral medicine (2020)
These results suggest message framing may have a short-term impact on Baby Boomers' physical activity motivation, such that emphasizing extrinsic goals (i.e., weight loss and appearance) may contribute to controlled motivation. However, repeated measurements are needed to determine the longer-term maintenance and influence of these effects.