Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the reasoned action approach (RAA) in relation to the impact of COVID-19 on college athletes’ physical activity (PA). Participants were college athletes (ages 18-22 years) who were involved in university, club, and/or intramural sport. The RAA constructs were measured for the three different types of PA behaviors. Statistical analyses included ANOVA and multiple regression analyses to evaluate the RAA determinants of PA intentions. Results partially supported theoretical expectations. All RAA constructs had an impact on perceived norms indicating a dominant influence. Remote social interaction/training during isolation periods are suggested to promote sustained conditioning among college athletes.
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Branson, Olivia; Geller, Karly S.; and Branscum, Paul
(2022)
"Reasoned action approach to analyze differences in athletes' physical activity during COVID-19,"
Health Behavior Research:
Vol. 5:
No.
3.
https://doi.org/10.4148/2572-1836.1132
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