Episode 57: Expectancy Theory, Goal Setting and Getting in Shape!
Trying to get in shape and lose weight? What's the psychology behind getting in shape? First forget the psychobabble. In this episode of The Psych Files podcast I examine two established theories of human motivation - goal setting and expectancy theory.
Psychology in Everyday Life: The Psych Files
May 16, 200824m 19s
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Show Notes
Trying to get in shape and lose weight? What's the psychology behind getting in shape? Well, first forget the psychobabble. In this episode of The Psych Files podcast I examine two established theories of human motivation - goal setting and expectancy theory. If you've tried the Atkins diet, the south beach diet some other low carb diet plan or even (yikes!) a lemonade diet, then it's time to try something different - get into your head just a little bit and see what's going on in there. Join me for a different perspective on weight loss, exercise and fitness.
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