Effects of a physical activity program on post-bariatric patients: A qualitative study from a self- determination theory perspective

This study provides an in-depth analysis of the psychosocial benefits that 10 post-bariatric patients (nine female, 31–59years) perceived from their participation in an exercise program grounded in self-determination theory. Qualitative data were collected through observations and interviews. Partic...

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Autores: González-Cutre, David, Megías Boró, Ángel, Beltrán-Carrillo, Vicente J., Cervelló, Eduardo, Spray, Christopher
Formato: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2020
País:España
Recursos:Universidad Miguel Hernández de Elche
Repositorio:REDIUMH. Depósito Digital de la UMH
OAI Identifier:oai:dspace.umh.es:11000/32938
Acesso em linha:https://hdl.handle.net/11000/32938
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palavra-chave:autonomous motivation
bariatric surgery
exercise
morbid obesity
well-being
CDU::7 - Bellas artes::79 - Diversiones. Espectáculos. Cine. Teatro. Danza. Juegos.Deportes
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Resumo:This study provides an in-depth analysis of the psychosocial benefits that 10 post-bariatric patients (nine female, 31–59years) perceived from their participation in an exercise program grounded in self-determination theory. Qualitative data were collected through observations and interviews. Participants reported many factors which facilitated basic psychological need satisfaction such as the instructors caring about their opinion, affection, fitness improvement, pain reduction, and knowledge acquisition. These factors were associated with autonomous motivation, enjoyment, intention to be physically active, happiness, and selfconfidence. The results suggest that self-determination theory-based exercise programs could be designed to achieve positive outcomes in this population.