Kinesiology 1070A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 25: Exercise Intensity, Prefrontal Cortex, Amygdala
16 Oct 2018
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Basic-affect-the most general valence experimental response (i. e. low arousal/pleasure vs high arousal/displeasure) Distinct affective states- emotions and moods (i. e. anxiety, depression) that may include this basic affect component: affect is a term that can encompass both basic and distinct states. Majority of research focused on social-cognitive models. Little emphasis on how affective variables relate to pa exercise makes people feel better. Hedonic theory: provides a framework for understanding the relationship between affective states and pa. Hedonic responses: (pleasure vs displeasure) provides an index for determining whether a targeted behavior will be repeated. **intensity of physical activity affective responses (pleasure or displeasure) adherence (remember experience) low adherence if found affective displeasure. Relationship contributes to public health problem of physical inactivity. Inconsistent findings on the first link between exercise intensity and affective response. Acute affective response to a moderate intensity exercise stimulus predicts physical activity participation 6 and 12 months later.
