Behavioral Coaching and Relations Flashcards
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Which strategy BEST helps prevent relapse during the maintenance stage?
Answer: Planning for high-risk situations
Anticipating and planning for high-risk situations helps maintain the behavior and prevent relapse.
A trainer asks, 'What would your life look like if you reached your fitness goals?' This is an example of a(n):
Answer: Open-ended question
Open-ended questions invite elaboration and cannot be answered with a simple yes or no.
According to self-determination theory, which three psychological needs drive motivation?
Answer: Autonomy, competence, relatedness
Self-determination theory identifies autonomy, competence, and relatedness as core needs.
A client repeatedly cancels sessions citing fatigue. The trainer's BEST first response is to:
Answer: Explore the underlying cause collaboratively
Collaboratively exploring barriers respects the client and helps identify real solutions.
Which reinforcement schedule is MOST effective for establishing a brand-new exercise habit?
Answer: Continuous reinforcement
Continuous reinforcement is most effective when first establishing a new behavior.
A trainer summarizing a session by saying, 'So today you committed to walking after dinner three nights this week,' is using which OARS skill?
Answer: Summarizing
Summarizing pulls together key points and reinforces the client's commitments.
What is the PRIMARY purpose of building rapport with a new client?
Answer: Establish trust and improve adherence
Rapport builds trust, which improves communication and long-term adherence.