The present study aimed to examine the bright and dark sides of motivation, based on self-determination theory, as predictors enjoyment, intention continue exercising, exercise persistence. In addition, we analyzed mediation role each variable tested model invariance between male female exercisers.A total 575 gym exercisers (female = 230) aged 18 65 years (M 34.07; SD 11.47) participated in this study. All participants had at least 6 months regular practice; frequency ranged from 2 7...

Background: Individuals who possess passion and perseverance to extensively work study through challenges adversity achieve a set of goals are likely reach higher achievement compared others lack similar facets. However, an under-researched question lingers over the effect teacher-induced behaviors on academic outcomes such as grades performance. The purpose this was examine relationships between autonomy support student performance considering mediating basic psychological needs...

Given the need to explore factors that can account for a better understanding of intention-behavior gap in exercise practice health club settings, and considering emergence hedonic assumptions related adherence, this cross-sectional study aimed test moderation effect intensity traits agreement/disagreement three relevant outcomes enjoyment: habit, intention continue exercising, frequency. A sample consisted 273 exercisers (male = 127; M age 36.21; SD 11.29) enrolled nine clubs who...

Falls are a major public health problem among older adults because they lead to premature mortality, loss of autonomy, and increased dependence on others. However, these associations have not been explored using procedures that analyze the sequential effects between risk factors falling. The present study aimed examine muscle strength, agility, fear falling path analysis in community-dwelling adults. In total, 49 elderly (female = 33, male 16) participants aged 65 76 years (M 68.38 years; SD...

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between regular physical exercise and affective responses behaviour, investigate with life satisfaction, self-esteem, vitality. In total, 264 Portuguese exercisers (female = 157) aged 18 69 years (M 12.93; SD 1.49) were considered for analysis in study. Participants a mean year experience 5.73 (SD 3.19). Looking at results, structural model displayed acceptable fit data: χ2(314) 515.904; p < .001; CFI .928; TLI .919; RMSEA .049 [.042,...

Physical activity and diet are two predominant determinants of population health status that may influence each other. has been identified as a behavior lead to healthier regulates eating behaviors. This research aimed investigate how the level physical is associated with motivation related behaviors and, consequently, style individuals have on daily basis. was cross-sectional study in which participants completed an online questionnaire assessed following variables: activity, toward...

Assessment of dynamic balance is typically completed through functional tests, such as the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, which measures time it takes for an individual to stand up from a chair, walk set distance, turn around, sit back down. This test has been validated in several countries. However, Portuguese population there gap on testing reliability this sample elderly both living community or nursing homes. Thus, study aimed at examining TUG elderly. An Intraclass Correlation Coefficient...

A literatura destaca claramente a relação entre os níveis de autonomia e independência das pessoas com deficiência intelectual desenvolvimento (DI) seus aptidão física. Portanto, o objetivo deste estudo foi analisar efeitos um programa exercícios físicos nos autonomia, funcionalidade nas atividades da vida diária (AVD) física TDI. 17 participantes completaram intervenção 9 semanas, na qual parâmetros como dados antropométricos (altura, peso, índice massa corporal (IMC) muscular (MM), AVD...

Background: An unresolved debate lingers over the effect of past behavior on motivational patterns and future stability in exercise context. Theorists argue that has a residual behavior; however, empirical studies have shown displays significant power predicting recurrence future. The present research aimed to examine determinants adherence. Methods: Data from 437 Portuguese gym exercisers (female = 235; male 202) aged between 18 53 years (M 31.14; SD 9.47), with experience ranging 6 12...

The symptoms of fibromyalgia are varied, including general muscle pain and at specific points (also called tender points), excessive fatigue, anxiety, depression, some psychological problems that can have a negative impact on quality life. Physical activity is widely used option by health professionals to alleviate the effects this syndrome. However, there no clear information possible mediating role physical in relationship between fibromyalgia-related fatigue Therefore, study aims evaluate...

Despite the widely recognized health benefits of physical activity, participation in regular activity falls far short Global Action Plan on Physical Activity 2018–2030. More than half population does not reach current recommendations, and around one-fourth is sufficiently active at all. Understanding social-cognitive theories may aid creation interventions to improve long-term maintenance. The work covers theory research patterns. It specifically provides an overview contemporary...

The aim of this study was to translate and validate the Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction Frustration Scale for Portuguese exercisers. In addition, we sought analyze gender invariance. We collected data from two independent samples respondents—a calibration sample with 316 participants a validation 632 participants. Results confirmatory factor analysis supported original six-factor model in both sample, χ 2 (237) = 471.814, / df 1.99; B–S p &lt; .001, Comparative Fit Index .935,...

The purpose of this study was to test the effect past behavior on future behavior, considering motivational sequence proposed by self-determination theory. total sample formed 293 exercisers aged between 18 and 65 (M = 36.57 ± SD 11.25) years. Participants completed a multi-section survey motivational, emotional cognitive-related variables, exercise adherence measured using computer records. Past found offset direct intention indirect all other variables under analysis intention, acting as...

Competitive sports involve physiological, technical and psychological skills, which influence directly on individuals’ performance. This study aims to investigate the levels of perceived stress Heart Rate Variability (HRV) before after matches with victory defeat in professional eSports athletes. Our hypothesis was that winners would have better autonomic responses match, thus corroborating literature neurocardiac connections. Fifty male eSport players were selected from 10 different...

Exercise interventions have shown significant improvements in the older adult population regarding functional and cognitive capacity. However, much research has applied exercise protocols that are expensive both for participation. Thus, high investments made currently not ecologically efficient. The aim of study was to determine whether impact a 20-week multicomponent intervention using low-cost material could improve physical fitness community-dwelling adults. We tested feasibility this...

Background and Objectives: This study aimed to examine the effects of a low-cost multicomponent exercise program on health-related functional fitness in community-dwelling aged older adults. As second objective, this compared between adults (<65 years) those considered elderly (≥65 years). Materials Methods: Forty-eight participants were included program, their mean age was 64.73 years (±5.93 The Senior Fitness Tests performed by each participant. A dynamometer used assess hand grip...

Background: Motivation is a crucial factor in predicting health-related outcomes, and understanding the determinants of motivation can provide valuable insights into how to improve health behaviors outcomes older adults. In this study, we aimed investigate associations between intrinsic extrinsic exercise motivation, basic psychological needs, satisfaction with life, physical activity among elderly population. Methods: The sample consisted 268 adults (59 male, 209 female) aged 65–90 years...

This study aimed at examining the mediation role of self-determined motivation (identified and integrated regulation intrinsic motivation) in association between task-involving climate enjoyment youth male football athletes.A total 109 males (M = 14.38; SD 1.55) were recruited to participate this study. The survey included sociodemographic data validated instruments such as Motivational Climate Sport Youth Scale, Behavioral Regulation Questionnaire, Sports Enjoyment Scale.The results showed...

The aim of the current investigation was to investigate possible differences concerning males and females in anthropometry, body composition, functional capacity, strength quality life variables. After obtaining signed informed consent, 37 participants (18 males; 19 females), with mean age 39.08 standard deviation 11.66 years, voluntarily participated this study. Anthropometry, strength, were assessed using validated reliable instruments tests for population. compared a Mann–Whitney U rank...