Impact Of A Mentoring Program On Self-esteem, Physical Activity And Perceived Competence In Young Boys

The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether participation in C.H.A.M.P.S (6 sessions) is related to positive changes in perceived physical competence, physical activity, self esteem and social physique anxiety. Prior to and following the conclusion of the program, participants completed: 1) an...

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Published in:Medicine and science in sports and exercise 2012-05, Vol.44 (5S), p.481-482
Main Authors: Brawerman, Brett A, Adkins, Kendall L, Bailey, Elizabeth K
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether participation in C.H.A.M.P.S (6 sessions) is related to positive changes in perceived physical competence, physical activity, self esteem and social physique anxiety. Prior to and following the conclusion of the program, participants completed: 1) an exercise questionnaire (EQ), 2)the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (SE), 3) The Social Physique Anxiety questionnaire (SR), and 4) a modified version of Harter's Perceived Physical Competence scale (PPCSC). Questionnaire results were analyzed to assess changes from pre to post participation in the program. Significant changes were noted on all measures: EQ (Mean sub(pre) 8.8 + or - 0.45, Mean sub(post)10.2 + or - 0.52, p
ISSN:0195-9131