Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity as a predictor of changes in physical self-concept in adolescents.

Alex C GarnAlexandre J S MorinRhiannon L WhiteKatherine B OwenWayne DonleyChris Lonsdale

Published in: Health psychology : official journal of the Division of Health Psychology, American Psychological Association (2019)

Findings did not support a reciprocal effects model of physical self-concept and objectively measured MVPA. Rather, physical self-concept and facets were outcomes of school-based MVPA, suggesting emphasis be placed on promoting adolescents' physical activity participation. This study demonstrates the benefits that school MVPA provides to adolescents' development of a positive physical self-concept, which is essential to optimizing long-term health and well-being. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2020 APA, all rights reserved).

Keyphrases

physical activity
body mass index
public health
mental health
sleep quality
healthcare
young adults
depressive symptoms
climate change
risk assessment