Self-efficacy, Physical Activity Enjoyment and BMI Status of Turkish University Students

Gençay, Ökkeş Alpaslan; Gençay, Selçuk; Aydin, Ebru Elif; Akkoyunlu, Yağmur; Demir, Gökalp

doi:10.1080/09735070.2016.11905467

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“…These findings are in line with those of Dewett (2007), Pavlas et al (2010) and Richter et al (2015) in other spheres of application. The present results also provide added value to the work of Dishman et al (2005), IJSMS 22,3 Gençay et al (2016), Hu et al (2007) and Robbins et al (2004), as these authors study only fun as an antecedent of perceived self-efficacy.…”

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“…Meanwhile, fun has also been found to be manifested through the perception of selfefficacy (Dewett, 2007;Pavlas et al, 2010) and it can be fostered by participating in a gamification experience. In the context of practicing exercise or sports, the literature finds that individuals who experience greater fun achieve a higher level of perceived self-efficacy, identifying a positive relationship between the two variables (Dishman et al, 2005;Gençay et al, 2016;Hu et al, 2007;Robbins et al, 2004).…”

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“…Among the socio-demographic variables, gender and age are considered critical in routine exercise or sporting activity (e.g. Greenwell et al, 2015;Hallmann and Wicker, 2012;Haro-Gonz alez et al, 2018;Molanorouzi et al, 2015;Vos et al, 2014), in the use of fitness apps and watches (wearable devices) (Janssen et al, 2017), in gamification (Conaway and Cort es-Garay, 2014) and in perceived self-efficacy (Gençay et al, 2016;Schwarzer et al, 1997). However, there is no consensus in the literature regarding the effects of gender and age on different variables linked to sporting activity (e.g.…”

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Influence of gamification on perceived self-efficacy: gender and age moderator effect

Peña

Frías‐Jamilena

Fernández-Ruano

2020

IJSMS

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PurposeIn advanced societies, lifestyles are increasingly sedentary, and it is important to identify strategies to help people acquire healthy habits, such as exercise. The present study proposes the use of gamification as a strategy for encouraging users to exercise regularly, based on the possibilities offered by “smart” devices such as smartbands.Design/methodology/approachThe work analyzes how individuals experience their participation in a gamification program, on the premise that it should provide an experience that is intrinsically motivating and fun. Also the moderator effect of the gender and age on the relationship between their experience of participating in a gamification program and perceived self-efficacy.FindingsThe results show that individuals' experience of participating in a gamification program exerts a positive influence on their perceived self-efficacy in the practice of sport or exercise. The study also finds that the variables “gender” and “age” moderate the relationship between their experience of participating in a gamification program and perceived self-efficacy, such that it exerts a greater influence on women and older people.Practical implicationsThe practical implications for the professionals and institutions involved in promoting the adoption of regular sport and exercise in society are about taking advantage of the potential of wearable technology such as smartbands. The present study finds that the use of gamification for encouraging people to adopt regular physical activity is more effective for women than for men, and for older people than for younger users.Originality/valueThe findings of this study provide a better understanding of whether gamification is an appropriate strategy for helping participants to perceive themselves as having greater self-efficacy in their chosen sport or exercise, taking into account the moderating effect of participant gender and age.

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Influence of gamification on perceived self-efficacy: gender and age moderator effect

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Frías‐Jamilena

Fernández-Ruano

2020

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“…Our study revealed that perceived exercise self-efficacy and perceived exercise benefits were significant predictors of physical activity among university students. Similarly, a study of university students in Egypt found that self-efficacy levels affect participation in physical activity (Genç ay et al, 2016). In addition, one Chinese study revealed that self-efficacy to overcome barriers to physical activity is significantly and positively correlated with university students' physical activity (Liu & Dai, 2017).…”

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“…A Chinese study that involved five hundred and thirty university students revealed that self-efficacy was positively correlated with physical activity (Liu & Dai, 2017). Another Turkish study that examined self-efficacy and physical activity among university students revealed that higher self-efficacy levels increased participation in physical activity for university students (Genç ay, Genç ay, Aydin, Akkoyunlu, & Demir, 2016).…”

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Determinants of Physical Activity among Jordanian University Students

Hamdan

Shaheen

2019

RHS

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Study Purpose: The purposes of this study were to examine the relationships between university students’ physical activity, self-efficacy and perceived benefits and barriers to exercise, and to identify predictors of physical activity among university students.Methods: A cross-sectional design was used in this study. A translated version of Exercise Benefits/Barriers Scale and Exercise Self-efficacy Scale were used to collect study data. A convenience sample of 517 university students participated in the study. Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression analysis were used to analyze the data.Results: Exercise self-efficacy demonstrated the highest positive correlation with physical activity (r=0.31, p<0.001) followed by exercise benefits (r=0.24, p<0.001). Exercise barriers were negatively correlated with physical activity. Exercise self-efficacy and exercise benefits significantly predicted physical activity among university students. Conclusions: The results of this study indicated that exercise self-efficacy and perceived benefits of exercise affect university students’ participation in physical activity.

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The Relation Between the Attitude Toward Physical Education Lessons and the Enjoyment in Practicing Physical Activity in Students Aged Between 18 and 22

Penteleiciuc

Petracovschi

2020

Studia UBB Educatio Artis Gymn.

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"Introduction: Physical activity is an important factor in the lives of young people once they complete their high school studies. Subsequent participation in adult life in physical activities will be done independently. However, we can assume that the low participation rate of Romanians in physical activities is due to a negative attitude regarding the lesson of physical education and compulsory sports throughout schooling but also to a discomfort regarding participation in physical activities. At the West University of Timisoara, the Physical Education and Sports lesson is compulsory included in the curriculum from all faculties, coming in continuation of high school. The aim of this study is to analyze how the attitude towards the PE lesson correlates with the enjoyment of students to perform physical activity. Material and Method: The participants in this study were 400 students (77% female and 23% male) aged 18-22 years (M = 20.1, SD = .71) from the Western University of Timisoara. To carry out this study, the questionnaire survey method was used. Two questionnaires that explored the students' attitude towards the PE lesson and the students' enjoyment in practicing physical activities were applied. The data obtained was analyzed using the SPSS Statistics program. Results: The score obtained (r = .342, p <0.001) indicates a significant correlation, with a positive score between the attitude towards PE and the enjoyment of practicing physical activities in the students at the West University of Timisoara. Conclusions: It is found that both the attitude towards PE and enjoyment of practicing physical activities are increased. Keywords: attitudes, enjoyment, Physical Education, physical activity, students."

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Self-efficacy, Physical Activity Enjoyment and BMI Status of Turkish University Students

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Influence of gamification on perceived self-efficacy: gender and age moderator effect

Influence of gamification on perceived self-efficacy: gender and age moderator effect

Determinants of Physical Activity among Jordanian University Students

The Relation Between the Attitude Toward Physical Education Lessons and the Enjoyment in Practicing Physical Activity in Students Aged Between 18 and 22

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