OBJECTIVE: To examine the distribution of the stages of change for exercise among individuals living with HIV as well as to identify the differences between the transtheoretical model (TTM) constructs. METHODS: Cross-sectional self-report data were collected from 208 individuals accessing HIV-related care services. RESULTS: More than half of the sample was in the action and maintenance stages, indicating a higher level of physical activity in this sample than the general population. Furthermore, the patterns of the TTM constructs across stages were consistent with past research. CONCLUSIONS: Stage-matched TTM interventions can be developed for individuals living with HIV.
OBJECTIVE: To examine the distribution of the stages of change for exercise among individuals living with HIV as well as to identify the differences between the transtheoretical model (TTM) constructs. METHODS: Cross-sectional self-report data were collected from 208 individuals accessing HIV-related care services. RESULTS: More than half of the sample was in the action and maintenance stages, indicating a higher level of physical activity in this sample than the general population. Furthermore, the patterns of the TTM constructs across stages were consistent with past research. CONCLUSIONS: Stage-matched TTM interventions can be developed for individuals living with HIV.
Authors: Chantal A Montgomery; Katherine J Henning; Sarah R Kantarzhi; Tamar B Kideckel; Cheryl F M Yang; Kelly K O'Brien Journal: BMJ Open Date: 2017-04-04 Impact factor: 2.692