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Social identification, exercise participation, and positive exercise experiences: Evidence from parkrun
Mark Stevens1, Tim Rees1, Remco Polman2
1a Department of Sport and Physical Activity, Faculty of Management , Bournemouth University , Fern Barrow , UK.
Journal of Sports Sciences
|June 19, 2018
Summary
Strong social identities boost physical activity and life satisfaction. This study confirms real-world benefits of group belonging in exercise settings, linking identity to increased participation and well-being.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Health Psychology
- Sociology of Sport
Background:
- Social identity significantly influences health behaviors, particularly physical activity.
- Previous research often relied on hypothetical scenarios, lacking real-world data on social identity and exercise.
- Understanding the tangible impact of social identities on physical activity is crucial for public health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the real-world relationship between social identity and physical activity participation.
- To investigate the influence of group identification on exercise-specific satisfaction, group cohesion, and life satisfaction.
- To provide empirical evidence for the health benefits of social identity in exercise contexts.
Main Methods:
- Employed structural equation modeling to analyze data from 289 parkrun participants.
- Measured group identification, exercise-specific satisfaction, group cohesion, and life satisfaction via questionnaires.
- Objectively assessed parkrun participation alongside self-reported psychological variables.
Main Results:
- Group identification showed a significant positive association with physical activity participation.
- Stronger social identities correlated with higher exercise-specific satisfaction and group cohesion.
- Group identification was also linked to enhanced overall life satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Real-world evidence supports the positive impact of social identity on physical activity.
- Fostering social identities in exercise settings can enhance participation and well-being.
- The findings highlight the health benefits of social connection and belonging in physical activity.
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