Self-appreciation is not enough: exercise identity mediates body appreciation and physical activity and the role of perceived stress

IntroductionThis study explores the relationship between body appreciation and physical activity, focusing on the mediating role of exercise identity and the moderating effect of perceived stress. While individuals with positive body image are generally thought to engage in proactive physical activi...

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Main Authors: Linyu Shi, Lixia Jiang, Song Zhou, Wenbo Zhou, Huaqi Yang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-09-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1377772/full