1. Tips for constructing effective physical activity messages Amy E Latimer, PhD Tier II Canada Research Chair Physical Activity Promotion and Disability School of Kinesiology and Health Studies Queen's University

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3. Tips Set yourself up for success Dare to be different – provide novel content Always look on the bright side Tailor message to fit

4. Tip 1: Set yourself up for success 1.Supplement the guidelines with motivational messages Latimer et al., 2010

5. Tip 1: Set yourself up for success 1.Supplement the guidelines with motivational messages 2.Set realistic expectations Latimer et al., 2010

7. Tip 1: Set yourself up for success 1.Supplement the guidelines with motivational messages 2.Set realistic expectations 3.Deliver multiple messages Latimer et al., 2010

8. Tip 2: Dare to be different Deliver novel messages Feel good benefits Create plans to be active Rhodes & Pfaeffli, 2010

9. Tip 3: Always look on the bright side Messages should emphasize the benefits of being active Latimer et al., 2010

12. Tip 4: Tailor messages to fit Latimer et al., 2010

13. Tips Set yourself up for success Dare to be different – provide novel content Always look on the bright side Tailor message to fit