Table 1.
Social cognitive theory construct | Component associated with the Internet-enhanced program |
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Self-efficacy | Social modeling and persuasion from participating with similar peers in the program (via supervised exercise sessions and website profiles) |
Observational learning | Exercise Videos |
Outcome expectations | Blog posts of young African American women providing personal testimonials on the benefits of being physical activity Videos of African American women performing physical activity |
Self-regulation | Exercise tracker |
Social support | Message boards and blogs discussing and encouraging performance of physical activity Wall posts where participants post messages promoting physical activity |
Behavioral capability | Exercise plans Exercise videos Blogs |