Motivation for movement: Influences for walking event participation:

Background:There is widespread evidence of the health and wellness benefits associated with moderate physical activity, and lack of engagement with these behaviours remains a significant contributor to the burden of chronic disease in the US adult population. There are clear benefits to identifying motivational factors that facilitate increased personal adherence to physical activity behaviours.Objective:This study explored motivational influences on personal adherence to physical activity by examining the factors related to the behaviours of participants in an organised walking event.Design:Cross-sectional survey involving items for demographic variables, walking habits, perceived wellness, fulfilment of psychological needs, presence of chronic illness and motives for physical activity.Setting:The study sample included participants in a large US Midwestern walking event (N = 345) across a variety of demographic characteristics.Method:Study participants completed an online survey that gathered information...