Description
Intensity, health, motivation and adherence in physical education
Book summary
This work offers a rigorous analysis of how the practice of physical activity influences the psychological well-being of university students. Based on a sample of more than a thousand participants, the author examines the relationship between motivation, emotions, and life satisfaction. The book provides keys to understanding which factors foster exercise adherence and how a motivational climate can boost mental health. An essential read for physical education and sports psychology professionals seeking evidence-based strategies to improve the quality of life of young people.
What is it about?
The research presented in this study focuses on unraveling the links between physical activity, motivational and emotional factors, and psychological well-being in the university population. Through three complementary studies, variables such as motivation in activities, achievement goals, perceived emotional intelligence, and the satisfaction of basic psychological needs are analyzed. The results reveal that those who practice physical activity regularly exhibit higher levels of self-esteem and life satisfaction. Furthermore, it is identified that an appropriate motivational climate is crucial for maintaining exercise adherence, and that emotional intelligence acts as a significant predictor of well-being in active people.
Main topics
- Relationship between physical activity and psychological well-being in young adults.
- Influence of motivation and achievement goals in sports practice.
- Role of emotional intelligence in the mental health of active students.
- Strategies to foster long-term physical activity adherence.
- Satisfaction of basic psychological needs as the foundation of well-being.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at physical education teachers, sports psychologists, coaches, and health professionals interested in the promotion of exercise. It is also highly useful for researchers in physical activity sciences and university students seeking to understand the factors that affect motivation and well-being. Any reader interested in improving their quality of life through sports will find solid and applicable foundations in this work.
What this book contributes
- Updated empirical data on the relationship between exercise and psychological well-being in university students.
- Practical keys for designing physical activity programs that favor adherence.
- Tools for evaluating motivation and emotional intelligence in sports contexts.
- Evidence-based strategies to improve life satisfaction and self-esteem.
- A solid theoretical framework for understanding psychological needs in sports practice.
Technical data sheet
- Author: BELATZ
- Publisher: Universidad de Huelva
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Education: student care and guidance, physical fitness and nutrition
- Collection: MANUEL SIUROT
- Binding: Paperback
- Number of pages: 248
- Weight: 559 g
Editorial review
This is an academic work that provides a rigorous and applied approach to the relationship between physical activity and psychological well-being. Its main value lies in the robustness of the data obtained and the clarity with which the practical implications for educators and coaches are explained. It is a useful resource for those seeking to base their interventions on scientific evidence, especially in the university setting. The reading will be of interest to both specialists and advanced students who wish to delve deeper into motivation and exercise adherence.