Level 3 NVQ Instructing Physical Activity
Lloyd Dean
Aims and ObjectivesBy the end of the lesson you should be able
to:
State why a personal trainer should understand behaviour changes
Describe the stages of behaviour change
List examples of behaviour in each stage
Key WordsBarriers
Psychological benefits
Improved self esteem
Money – Cost of going to gym
Confidence – Never been to the gym before
Lack of experience in exercise
Self growth
What is Behaviour ChangeChange of the “norm”
Decision making process to develop oneself
One of the most difficult things to achieve...........and sustain
5 Stage process: Precontemplative, contemplative, preparation, action and maintenance.
Why Do We Need To Understand Behaviour Change?Can impact our clients in several ways:Trying something new, e.g going to the gym for the
first time
Losing motivation
Relapse or dropping out
Clients want to change but don't know how
Will effect all clients we work with
5 Stage Model of Behaviour Changes
How To Apply The ModelPrecontemplative: Encourage self reflection, mainly with GP referrals
Contemplative: Can be first stage you see client. Let them know decision is theirs
Preparation: Encourage small steps with clients to overcome barriers
Action: Have support structures ready to prevent “Snakes and Ladders”
Maintenance: Maintaining focus on end goals. “Hard part has been done”.
Would the process be this simple?
Critical Thinking
The most common time for women to apply and join a gym is in January of each year
Looking at the behavioural change model
What do you think is happening?
Key Words - Apply these words to what you may now knowBarriers
Psychological benefits
Improved self esteem
Money – Cost of going to gym
Confidence – Never been to the gym before
Lack of experience in exercise
Self growth
Aims and ObjectivesYou should now be able to:
State why a personal trainer should understand behaviour changes
Describe the stages of behaviour change
List examples of behaviour in each stage
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