Positive memories of exercise spur future workouts
Monday, March 17, 2014 - 12:20
in Psychology & Sociology
Getting motivated to exercise can be a challenge, but new research shows that simply remembering a positive memory about exercise may be just what it takes to get on the treadmill. This is the first study to explore how positive memories can influence future workouts, and underscores the power of memory's directive influence in a new domain with practical applications: exercise behaviors.