Table 1 Yoga Self-Efficacy Scale Items
From: Development and Psychometric Properties of the Yoga Self-Efficacy Scale (YSES)
Yoga tool | Item |
|---|---|
Body | When I practice yoga… |
1. I am able to remain as comfortable as possible while doing movements. | |
2. I am able to keep my mind focused on movements of my body. | |
3. I can coordinate the movements of my body with my breath. | |
4. I am able to move my body smoothly. | |
5. I am able to maintain a feeling of stability in my body. | |
Breath | When I practice yoga… |
6. I am able to keep my breath smooth and continuous. | |
7. I am able to remain comfortable while regulating my breath. | |
8. I am able to focus my mind on my breath. | |
9. I am able to make my breath longer and deeper without feeling anxious. | |
Mind | During my yoga practice… |
10. If distracted, I can re-focus my mind. | |
11. (I am confident that I can maintain my attention.)* | |
12. If asked, I am able to visualize or have an impression of an object in my mind. | |
13. I am able to remain focused on a meditative object or point. |