Psychosocial correlates of physical activity in cancer survivors: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionsThis systematic review highlights important psychosocial correlates of free-living PA that can be targeted in future PA promotion interventions for cancer survivors. Constructs mainly from SCT and TPB were the most studied and appear to be associated with free-living PA in this population. However, we cannot currently assert which frameworks might be more effective. Further studies of better methodological quality, per correlate and theory, exploring longer-term associations and across different types of cancer, are needed.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsHaving higher exercise self-efficacy, perceived behavioral control, intention, enjoyment and perceived PA benefits, more positive attitudes towards PA, and lower perceived barriers for exercise, can help increase PA in cancer survivors.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research