Factors Influencing Sport Persistence Along the Socio-Ecological Model-A Presentation of Sport Persistence Models Based on the Findings of a Representative Hungarian Sample.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Sport persistence, defined as an athlete's behavioural commitment to sport, is influenced by various psychological, social, and environmental factors. This study examines sport persistence using an ecological framework, incorporating Bronfenbrenner's socio-ecological model and Bauman's multi-level physical activity model. It aims to identify the key determinants of sport persistence among Hungarian athletes and differentiate the influencing factors for competitive and recreational athletes. Methods: The study analysed data from 1105 Hungarian (518 male, 557 female) secondary (n = 478) and university (n = 626) students who pursued competitive (n = 533) or recreational (n = 572) sports. A structured questionnaire assessed socio

SUBMITTER: Kovacs KE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12030790 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature