Evaluation of moderation and mediation variables in programs for physical activity promotion

Abstract

Emphasis on evidence-based practice is part of general move to improve the quality and efectivness of physical activity promotion programs. The role of theory and evaluation of data in this process is important.

We provide introduction to conceptual and statistical aspects of mediation and moderation analysis. We cover single mediator, moderator model in more details and shortly discuss extension in using of SEM models for more complex moderation and mediation data analysis.

Keywords

• physical aktivity
• health promotion programs
• mediation variables
• moderation variables
• statistical analysis