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Veterinary Medical Students' Motivations for Exercise
Kenneth D Royal1, Suzanne A Hunt2, Liara M Gonzalez3
1Assistant Professor of Educational Assessment & Outcomes, North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, NC 27609 USA.
Journal of Veterinary Medical Education
|August 15, 2018
Summary
Understanding exercise motivation in veterinary students is key to improving their health and managing stress. This research identifies factors influencing their physical activity to create effective wellness programs in veterinary schools.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Veterinary Education
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Exercise offers significant physiological and psychological health benefits.
- Veterinary medical students face unique wellness challenges and stress.
- Regular physical activity is crucial for managing stress and enhancing overall health in this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically explore the motivations behind exercise in veterinary medical students.
- To identify situational and environmental factors influencing their physical activity.
- To inform the development of targeted, successful exercise-related wellness interventions in veterinary schools.
Main Methods:
- This study systematically explored exercise motivations among veterinary medical students.
- It considered unique situational and environmental factors specific to their education.
Main Results:
- Findings will highlight key motivators for exercise in this demographic.
- Understanding these factors is essential for designing effective interventions.
Conclusions:
- This research provides foundational insights into veterinary student exercise behavior.
- The results aim to guide the implementation of impactful wellness initiatives in veterinary medical education.