A Group of Well Elderly Adults Participates in a Walking

A group of well elderly adults participates in a walking group that meets twice weekly. Together they are tracking their results, and at the end, they plan to have a celebration when they reach their goal. This group reports feeling motivated toward this goal, and each week, the group members have been walking for increased amounts of time. What benefit is this group most likely experiencing?

A) Socialization during retirement years
B) Exercise in preparation for attendance at a gym
C) Development of a weekly habit and routine
D) Motivation through meaningful physical activity