Author(s): Faria, João ; Andrade, Ana ; Evemenenko, Anastasiia ; Monteiro, Diogo ; Rodrigues, Filipe ; Marques, Paulo ; Cid, Luis ; Teixeira, Diogo
Date: 2021
Persistent ID: http://hdl.handle.net/10400.15/3966
Origin: Repositório Científico do Instituto Politécnico de Santarém
Subject(s): habit; preference; tolerance; intensity; vitality
The aim of the current exploratory study was to test the mediation role of subjective vitality in the relation between the intensity-traits and exercise habit, thus helping to understand the role of preference and tolerance in well-being and behavioral outcomes. The sample comprised 299 gym exercisers (39% men) with an average age of 36.4 years (SD = 10.61). In general, the present sample of exercisers manifested a preference and tolerance for moderate intensity exercises/activities. The intensity traits were positively associated with subjective vitality and exercise habit, and vitality partially mediated both models. Globally, the intensity-traits presented small to moderate effects in the tested variables. Both preference and tolerance presented positive associations with vitality and habit in the present study and results depict some preliminary evidence that the intensity-traits related to exercise may be relevant for health club professionals adjust their intervention aiming to promote a better subjective experience and exercise adherence.
