Cross-sectional associations between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation for physical activity and body composition in adolescents with obesity.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Motivation is essential in turning the intention to engage in physical activity (PA) into consistent action, promoting healthier and more sustainable habits. This study aimed to identify the motivational factors associated with engagement in a PA program and examine the relationship between motivation and body composition in adolescents with obesity.

Methods

Fifty adolescents (60.0 % boys); Median age of 13.6 years (IQR: 2.4); Median BMI z-score of 3.42 (IQR: 1.55) recruited for a PA program were included in this cross-sectional study. All participants completed standardized body composition assessments and an online questionnaire assessing five motivational domains: enjoyment and competence (intrinsic), and appearance, fitness, and social (extrinsic domains).

SUBMITTER: de Freitas F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12310392 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature