Year: 2010
Type: article
Abstract: The current study was designed to investigate the role of body image on physical activity levels for women.Self-determination theory, social comparison theory, and constraints theory were utilized as the frameworks of this study.Eighteen in-depth, semistructured interviews with White women ages 45 to 64 who were already exercising were conducted.Results showed that body image could serve as a motivation, a constraint, or both for physically active women.Social comparison with peers was the most important factor influencing body image.Women identified their physical activity levels, types of activities, and motivators and constraints impacting physically active leisure.Moreover, the selfdefinition of physical activity was discussed.
Author: Maja Anna Skowron
Language: English
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2221583927