Table 1.

Performance objectives for physical activity.

Phases		Performance objectives
Motivational phase		Goal selection, setting, and representation
	Performance objective 1	Adults recognize the importance of increasing physical activity levels
	Performance objective 2	Adults decide to change their physical activity levels and set physical activity goals
Volitional phase		Active goal pursuit
	Performance objective 3	Adults choose their own strategies to change their physical activity levels
	Performance objective 4	Adults start pursuing their physical activity goals
	Performance objective 5	Adults monitor and evaluate their physical activity levels
	Performance objective 6	Adults maintain or adapt their physical activity goals to a higher level
	Performance objective 7	Adults adapt their goals and strategies when they are unable to reach their initial goals