Momentary within-subject associations of affective states and physical behavior are moderated by weather conditions in real life: an ambulatory assessment study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Physical behavior (PB) is a key lifestyle factor in regulating and preventing diseases across the lifespan. Researchers identified affective, cognitive, and contextual factors like weather conditions, as significant contributors in determining if individuals are physically active. However, there is scarce empirical evidence about potential associations between PB and affective states influenced by weather conditions in daily life. Therefore, we explored if weather conditions moderated the within-subject association between momentary affective states and subsequent PB.

Methods

Utilizing ambulatory assessment, 79 participants completed electronic diaries about their affective states (i.e., valence, energetic arousal, and calmness) up to six times a day over five day

SUBMITTER: Timm I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10541720 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature