Purpose–This paper explores how siblings act as agents of consumer socialisation within
the dynamics of the family network. Design/methodology/approach–Key consumer …

Body-related shame and guilt are theorized to be time-varying affective determinants of
physical activity, yet research has predominantly relied on self-report measures of physical …

Three studies explored exercise preferences in real-world and virtual environments, and
their relationship with social physique anxiety (SPA), social comparison, and self …

In recent years visual social media have become increasingly popular mechanisms for
communication. Past research suggests links between using social media, upward social …

Objectives This study tested the link between daily body-related upward social comparisons
(BUSCs) and exercise behavior, and examined how appearance evaluation and gender …

Sport and exercise contexts are inherently social and achievement‐oriented, entailing
comparisons with others and self, evaluations of the self, and self‐relevant behaviors. This …

The multidimensional and hierarchical nature of conceptualizations of self-concept and self-
esteem has been extensively examined in sport and exercise settings. Evidence indicates …

Motivation and self-regulation are two of the most important psychological aspects in sport
and exercise settings. An athlete or exerciser who is optimally motivated and possesses the …

Purpose: The specialization of calligraphy is among the most complex specialties, skills and
arts; It is therefore very difficult to pursue sound and effective policy-making, which …

The present study explored how women aged 50–65 years reflect and make meaning of a
lifetime of body and weight struggles. Seven purposefully selected women with longstanding …