1. Thank you for agreeing to participate. This first part of the survey is the Informed Consent.

You are invited to take part in a research study about physical activity influencing body acceptance and Body appreciation. This form is part of a process called “informed consent” to allow you to understand this study before deciding whether to take part.
 
This study seeks 150 volunteers who are:
·       55 to 75 years old
·       Can speak and read English at least and 8th grade level.
 
This study is being conducted by a researcher named Heather Russell who is a Doctoral student Walden University.
 
Study Purpose:
The purpose of this study is to examine how gender, age, overall health, physical activity influence body acceptance and body appreciation in older men and women (approximately 55 to 75). 
 
Procedures:
This study will involve you completing the survey questionnaire. Here are some sample questions:
 
1.     I’ve felt acceptance from my friends regarding my body shape and/or weight.
       1                      2                      3                      4                      5
  Never              Rarely          Sometimes         Often             Always
 
2.     My friends have sent me the message that my body shape and weight are fine.
     1                      2                      3                      4                      5
  Never              Rarely          Sometimes        Often             Always
 
3.     I’ve felt acceptance from my family regarding my body shape and/or weight.
       1                      2                      3                      4                      5
  Never              Rarely          Sometimes         Often        

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