Few studies analyze determinants and patterns of physical activity among college students,
so it has not been possible to carry out effective interventions to promote this practice. The …

The purpose of the present study was to investigate the socio-demographic and lifestyle
determinants of physical activity practice, as well as the motivations for being or not being …

Background: Motivation can be considered a critical factor in encouraging and maintaining
physical activity. Despite the many health benefits offered by physical activity, a significant …

Physical exercise is an activity whose health-related benefits have been promoted by health
professionals and social institutions. However, given that the levels of practice are not ideal …

Predicción de la intención de seguir siendo físicamente activos en estudiantes universitarios
Predicting intention to remain Page 1 275 © Copyright 2015: Servicio de Publicaciones de la …

This study analyzed the predictor variables of participants' intentions to exercise, subjective
perception of exercise, and objective exercise behavior. For that it was adopted a cross …

Background Grounded in self-determination theory and trans-theoretical model applied to
exercise, the aim of this study was to analyse the existing relationships between physical …

The purpose of this study was to test an explanatory model of the relationships between
physical self-concept and some healthy habits. A sample of 472 adolescents aged 16 to 20 …

Physical inactivity continues to be a significant problem that adversely impacts adult health.
An important construct to consider in researching adult physical activity adherence is …

Objective This study aimed to determine the association between motivation, self-esteem
and body composition in university students' adherence to physical activity. Methods A total …