Sex differences in social cognitive factors and physical activity in Korean college students

[Purpose] This study examined sex differences in physical activity and social cognitive theory factors in Korean college students. [Subjects and Methods] A cross-sectional survey of 688 college students (285 men and 403 women) in Korea was conducted using a self-reported questionnaire. [Results] The...

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Published in:Journal of Physical Therapy Science 2015, Vol.27(6), pp.1659-1664
Main Authors: Choi, Jin Yi, Chang, Ae Kyung, Choi, Eun-Ju
Format: Article
Language:English
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College students
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Physical activity
Social cognitive theory
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Summary:[Purpose] This study examined sex differences in physical activity and social cognitive theory factors in Korean college students. [Subjects and Methods] A cross-sectional survey of 688 college students (285 men and 403 women) in Korea was conducted using a self-reported questionnaire. [Results] There was a significant difference in the level of physical activity between male and female students. The significant predictors of physical activity for male students were physical activity goals, physical activity self-efficacy, and sitting time. Meanwhile, those for female students were perceived weight, physical activity goal, physical activity outcome expectations, and sitting time. [Conclusion] Sex differences should be considered when developing interventions to increase physical activity.
ISSN:0915-5287
2187-5626
DOI:10.1589/jpts.27.1659