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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2015 Aug 3.
Published in final edited form as: J Phys Act Health. 2014 Aug 7;12(5):717–716. doi: 10.1123/jpah.2013-0338

Table 2.

Factor loadings and item-total correlations for final PAAQ items.

Item-Total Correlations (Standardized) Cognitive Acceptance Behavioral Commitment

I need to concentrate on getting rid of my urges to stop exercising or put off exercise. 0.49 0.71 -0.07
My thoughts and feelings about physical activity must change before I can make changes in my exercise. 0.61 0.71 0.06
If I have the thought “exercising today won't be enjoyable,” it derails me from my exercise plan. 0.60 0.66 0.08
I will have better control over my exercise routine if I can control my negative thoughts about exercise. 0.65 0.57 0.22
I avoid exercising if it is going to make me feel physically uncomfortable, bored, or pressed for time. 0.49 0.77 -0.013
Even if I have the desire to stop while I am exercising, I can still follow my exercise plan. 0.61 0.12 0.66
I am committing to being physically active no matter what feels uncomfortable or challenging about that. 0.61 -0.03 0.78
It is okay to experience discomfort (e.g., fatigue, boredom, sweating) while I am exercising. 0.41 -0.11 0.63
I can keep my commitment to physical activity even when I get busy with other responsibilities (e.g., school, work, family). 0.71 0.13 0.74
When I start to feel out of breath or tired during exercise I find a way to keep going. 0.63 0.01 0.77