Predicting sport and physical activity commitment and participation during early parenthood

IALH Research Fellow Ryan E. Rhodes has co-authored a new research article entitled Predicting sport and physical activity commitment and participation during early parenthood. Collaborating authors include Mark R. Beauchamp, Valerie Carson, Sandy Courtnall, Colin M. Wierts, and Chris M. Blanchard. The article was published in Journal of Sports Sciences. Abstract: Despite considerable benefits of regular …

Closing the intention-behaviour gap in physical activity: The moderating effect of individual differences in the valuation of physical effort

IALH Research Fellow Ryan E. Rhodes has co-authored a new research study entitled Closing the intention-behaviour gap in physical activity: The moderating effect of individual differences in the valuation of physical effort. Collaborating authors include Silvio Maltagliati, David A. Raichlen, and Boris Cheval. The article was published in British Journal of Health Psychology. Abstract:  Objective: Intention …

Dynamic Representations of Theory Testing in Physical Activity Using Ecological Momentary Assessment: An Example Guide Utilizing Multi-Process Action Control

IALH Research Fellow Ryan E. Rhodes has co-authored a new mini review article entitled Dynamic Representations of Theory Testing in Physical Activity Using Ecological Momentary Assessment: An Example Guide Utilizing Multi-Process Action Control. The collaborating author is Matthew Y. W. Kwan. The article was published in Frontiers in Psychology. Abstract:  Behavioral theories are essential in …

Changes in identity and habit formation during 3 months of sport and physical activity participation among parents with young children

IALH Research Fellow Ryan E. Rhodes has co-authored a new randomized controlled trial entitled Changes in identity and habit formation during 3 months of sport and physical activity participation among parents with young children. Collaborating authors include Colin M. Wierts, Mark R. Beauchamp, Valerie Carson, Sandy Courtnall, and Chris M. Blanchard. This trial was published …

The Role of Intention, Behavioral Regulation, and Physical Activity Behavior in the Prediction of Physical Activity Identity across Time

IALH Research Fellow Ryan E. Rhodes has co-authored a new research article entitled The Role of Intention, Behavioral Regulation, and Physical Activity Behavior in the Prediction of Physical Activity Identity across Time. Collaborating authors include Colin M. Wierts and Edward Kroc. The article was published in Behavioral Sciences. Abstract:  Physical activity identity represents an important determinant …

Intervention effects on physical activity identity: a systematic review and meta-analysis

IALH Research Fellow Ryan E. Rhodes has co-authored a new systematic review and meta-analysis entitled Intervention effects on physical activity identity: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Collaborating authors include Colin M. Wierts, Sasha Kullman, Emily Magel, and Shaelyn Strachan. The review and meta-analysis was published in Health Psychology Review. Abstract:  Physical activity (PA) identity (i.e., categorisation …

Increasing Physical Activity Among Adults Affected by COVID-19 Social Distancing Restrictions: A Feasibility Trial of an Online Intervention

IALH Research Fellow Ryan Rhodes and IALH Student Affiliate Heather Hollman have co-authored a new research article entitled Increasing Physical Activity Among Adults Affected by COVID-19 Social Distancing Restrictions: A Feasibility Trial of an Online Intervention. Collaborating authors include Wuyou Sui and  Emily Magel. The article was published in Journal of Behavioral Medicine. Abstract: In …

Ethical Considerations for the Use of Consumer Wearables in Health Research

IALH Research Fellows Sam Liu and Ryan Rhodes have co-authored a new research article with Anna Sui and Wuyou Sui entitled Ethical considerations for the use of consumer wearables in health research. The article was published in Digital Health. Abstract:  Background: The UN’s High Commissioner’s request for a moratorium on the use and adoption of …

Family-Based Physical Activity Interventions and Family Functioning: A systematic Review

IALH Research Fellow Ryan Rhodes and IALH Student Affiliate Heather Hollman have co-authored a new research article with UVic Colleague Wuyou Sui entitled Family-based physical activity interventions and family functioning: A systematic review. The article was published in Family Progress. Abstract:  Family physical activity (PA) can confer multiple health benefits, yet whether PA interventions affect …

A Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial of a Multi-Process Action Control Web-Based Intervention That Targets Physical Activity in Mothers

Publication alert! IALH Research Fellow Ryan Rhodes and IALH Student Affiliate Heather Hollman have co-authored a research article entitled A Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial of a Multi-Process Action Control Web-Based Intervention that Targets Physical Activity in Mothers with Wuyou Sui. The article was published in Women & Health. Abstract:  The onset of motherhood is associated …

Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Affective Disorders: Focus on Diet, Exercise, and Aging

Publication Alert! IALH Research Fellow Hector Caruncho has co-authored a book chapter entitled Mitochondrial dysfunction and affective disorders: Focus on diet, exercise, and aging. Other authors include  Josh Allen and Lisa Kalynchuk. The chapter was published in Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Nanotherapeutics: Aging, Diseases, and Nanotechnology-Related Strategies in Mitochondrial Medicine. Abstract:  Affective disorders, including major depression …