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ArticleBritish journal of health psychology2026

Application of a conceptual model to predict physical activity identity among Canadian adults.

Michael K Smith, Alfred S Y Lee, Ryan E Rhodes

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Michael K SmithUniversity of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-1851-7198
Alfred S Y LeeUniversity of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8837-7085
Ryan E RhodesUniversity of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

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Abstract

backgroundEvidence supports the benefits of physical activity (PA); however, many adults do not achieve recommended PA levels. Identity theories have been used to understand PA, but the antecedents of PA identity remain less clear. PURPOSE: This study presents an exploratory test of a conceptual model predicting PA identity strength using candidate antecedents identified in a recent narrative review.

methodsA three-week prospective survey was administered to 570 Canadian adults. Time 1 recorded weekly self-reported minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA), self-regulation domains and five candidate antecedents-social relatedness, personal investment, perceived capability, PA alignment and priority. PA identity was measured 3 weeks later (Time 2). Using a structural equation modelling approach, we explored the proposed pattern of direct and indirect paths.

resultsThe model fit the data adequately, χ

conclusionPA identity may have multivariate inputs. These findings provide preliminary evidence for the proposed conceptual model and experimental work is needed to determine whether modifying these inputs changes PA identity.

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ExerciseModels, PsychologicalSelf ConceptSocial IdentificationAdultCanadaFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedProspective StudiesYoung Adultbehaviour changeexercise identityidentityphysical activity

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PMCPMC13067307

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