Creating a Motivational Exercise Climate: The RRAMP Framework with Sabrena Jo PhD

Creating a Motivational Exercise Climate: The RRAMP Framework with Sabrena Jo PhD

From AGEnts of Movement by Erin Eleu

January 9, 2026 · 48 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the RRAMP framework for creating a motivational exercise climate, particularly for older adults, through an interview with Sabrena Jo PhD.

Interview with Sabrena Joe PhD, Senior Director of Science and Education at the American Council on Exercise (ACE). We delve into the psychological aspects that influence motivation and wellbeing in group exercise, particularly for older adults. Sabrena elaborates on her research paper, which explores 'motivational climate' through the lens of self-determination theory, highlighting the core needs of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. She presents the RRAMP framework (Respect, Recognition, Alignment, Mistakes, Participant), a practical approach to creating a motivational climate in group classes. The discussion expands on how implementing RRAMP benefits both the psychological and physical aspects of exercise, fostering inclusive, effort-focused, and supportive environments. Links: ACE RRAMP Approach Sabrena Jo PhD on LinkedIn Connect wtih AGEnts of Movement: www.agentsofmovement.com

People in this episode

Host: Erin Eleu

Guest: Sabrena Jo PhD

Topics covered

  • motivation
  • exercise climate
  • self-determination theory
  • group exercise
  • older adults
  • psychological wellbeing

Keywords

  • motivation
  • exercise
  • RRAMP framework
  • self-determination theory
  • group classes
  • psychological aspects
  • wellbeing
  • older adults

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: American Council on Exercise, AGEnts of Movement

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