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The Diabetes Educator, Vol. 32, No. 1, 69-77 (2006)
DOI: 10.1177/0145721705284285

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Self-monitoring of Physical Activity

Effects on Self-efficacy and Behavior in People With Type 2 Diabetes

JoAnn M. Gleeson-Kreig, PhD, RN

From Plattsburgh State University, Plattsburgh, New York.

Correspondence to JoAnn M. Gleeson-Kreig, PhD, RN, Plattsburgh State University, 101 Broad Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 (joann.gleeson-kreig{at}plattsburgh.edu).

Purpose

The purpose of this study was to test the effect of keeping daily activity records on physical activity levels and self-efficacy for physical activity in adults with type 2 diabetes, and to examine the feasibility and acceptability of this intervention from the perspective of the participants.

Methods

This intervention study included 58 individuals with type 2 diabetes aged 40 to 65 years. Participants were randomly assigned: individuals in the intervention group kept daily activity records for 6 weeks, mailed to the researcher every 2 weeks. Data collection was completed at the beginning of the study and 6 weeks later, using the habitual physical activity index and the self-efficacy for exercise scale. Participants in the intervention group also completed the perceived feasibility checklist.

Results

The intervention resulted in enhanced self-efficacy. Physical activity improved in both the intervention and control groups. Activity recording was judged to be acceptable and feasible.

Conclusions

Daily activity recording can be used as part of a program to increase physical activity self-efficacy levels. Focused interactions between health care providers and patients may be enough to motivate people to higher levels of physical activity. The relationship between self-efficacy and behavior is complex and should be the subject of further research.


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