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How to work out and avoid procrastination: The role of goal focus

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2020
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Kaftan, O. J., & Freund, A. M. (2020). How to work out and avoid procrastination: The role of goal focus. Journal of Applied Social Psychology, 50(3), 145–159. https://doi.org/10.1111/jasp.12646

Abstract

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Abstract

This 8-week longitudinal experience sampling study with N = 346 participants (n = 242 completers) of a high-intensity interval training program explored how goal focus (i.e., a focus on the process vs. outcome of goal pursuit) is related to procrastination and successful goal pursuit. Specifically, the study investigated the association between goal focus and participants' adherence to their workout plans (i.e., procrastination), their immediate experience during the workout (e.g., pleasantness), and their intentions to work out when

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  • Kaftan, Oliver J
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  • Freund, Alexandra M
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50

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3

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145

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159

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Journal Article

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Keywords

procrastination, motivation, goal focus, goals, ecological momentary assessment, exercise, high-intensity interval training.

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English

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2020-03-01

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2020-01-27

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0021-9029

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Green

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368 since deposited on 2020-01-27
Acq. date: 2025-11-14

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168 since deposited on 2020-01-27
Acq. date: 2025-11-14

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Kaftan, O. J., & Freund, A. M. (2020). How to work out and avoid procrastination: The role of goal focus. Journal of Applied Social Psychology, 50(3), 145–159. https://doi.org/10.1111/jasp.12646

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