Physical self-concept and physical activity enjoyment in elementary school children
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The present study examined gender differences and relationships of seven specific domains of physical self-concept (PSC) (Strength, Endurance, Speed, Flexibility, Coordination, Global Sport Competence, and Appearance) and physical activity enjoyment (PAE) in 447 elementary school children by self-report questionnaires. Boys reported higher self-concepts of Strength, Endurance, Speed, Coordination, and Global Sport Competence than girls. Conversely, girls showed higher self-concepts of Flexibility than boys. Moreover, all seven specific domains of children's PSC and PAE were positively interrelated and children's self-concepts of Endurance and Global Sport Competence predicted their PAE. Implications for physical education targeting to enhance children's PSC and PAE are discussed.
Originalsprache | Englisch |
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Zeitschrift | Early Child Development and Care |
Jahrgang | 186 |
Ausgabenummer | 11 |
Seiten (von - bis) | 1792-1801 |
Anzahl der Seiten | 10 |
ISSN | 0300-4430 |
DOIs | |
Publikationsstatus | Erschienen - 01.11.2016 |
- Erziehungswissenschaften
- Psychologie