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Published in: Supportive Care in Cancer 1/2008

01-01-2008 | Original Article

Medical, demographic, and psychosocial correlates of exercise in colorectal cancer survivors: an application of self-determination theory

Authors: Carolyn J. Peddle, Ronald C. Plotnikoff, T. Cameron Wild, Heather-Jane Au, Kerry S. Courneya

Published in: Supportive Care in Cancer | Issue 1/2008

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Abstract

Objectives

The purpose of the present study was to evaluate medical, demographic, and psychosocial correlates of exercise in colorectal cancer survivors (CRC-S) using self-determination theory (SDT).

Methods

Participants were 414 CRC-S who completed a mailed survey that assessed self-reported exercise, medical and demographic variables, and SDT constructs consisting of behavioral regulation for exercise, psychological needs satisfaction in exercise (PNSE), and perceived autonomy support (PAS).

Results

CRC-S with less education were significantly less likely to meet exercise guidelines (21 vs 31%; p < 0.001). Path analysis indicated that SDT and education explained 16% of the variance in exercise behavior with identified regulation (β = 0.17, p = 0.031), introjected regulation (β = 0.14, p = 0.006), and education (β = 0.16, p < 0.001) each making a significant independent contribution.

Conclusions

Few medical and demographic factors are correlates of regular exercise in CRC-S, but SDT provided a good understanding of exercise behavior in this population. Exercise behavior change interventions incorporating principles of SDT may have utility for promoting exercise and improving outcomes in this important population of cancer survivors.
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Metadata
Title
Medical, demographic, and psychosocial correlates of exercise in colorectal cancer survivors: an application of self-determination theory
Authors
Carolyn J. Peddle
Ronald C. Plotnikoff
T. Cameron Wild
Heather-Jane Au
Kerry S. Courneya
Publication date
01-01-2008
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Supportive Care in Cancer / Issue 1/2008
Print ISSN: 0941-4355
Electronic ISSN: 1433-7339
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00520-007-0272-5

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