One Health Behavior Theory: The Transtheoretical Model

One Health Behavior Theory is the Transtheoretical Model, which is marked by the stages pre-contemplation, contemplation, decision, active change, and maintenance. During the pre-contemplation stage, the focus is on what behaviors were before change is even considered. For me this stage included a mostly sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy eating habits. The contemplation stage is where I started thinking about making a change. During this time, I was looking at my overall health and realized physical wellness was an area I lacked discipline. The next stage, decision, came when I thought that making exercise an “assignment” would help to motivate me to get moving. I also knew that I needed to get in better shape for the camp I am working at