APS
29th APS Annual Convention · 2017
Perceived Effiort and Exercise-Related Choice: A Psychopharmacological Study
- Samuele Marcora
University of Kent - Joel Chidley
University of Kent - Gurprit Lall
University of Kent
Abstract
This randomized crossover study investigates the role of perceived effort in physical activity behaviour as determined by exercise-related choice. Compared to placebo, the psychopharmacological manipulation (caffeine) reduced perceived effort during high-intensity interval training and increased exercise enjoyment. When given the opportunity to choose, whilst condition-blind, participants preferred exercising with caffeine.
Exercise
