Behavioral and Social Approaches to Increase Physical Activity: Individually-Adapted Health Behavior Change Programs

Included Studies

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Jeffery RW, Wing RR, Thorson C, Burton LR. Use of personal trainers and financial incentives to increase exercise in a behavioral weight-loss program. J Consult Clin Psychol 1998;66:777–83.

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Wing RR, Jeffery RW, Pronk N, Hellerstedt WL. Effects of a personal trainer and financial incentives on exercise adherence in overweight women in a behavioral weight loss program. Obes Res 1996;4:457–62.