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Exercise as a mediator of wellbeing
1Physical Education College, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology, Maoming, China.
Frontiers in Psychology
|May 2, 2025
Summary
Physical exercise positively impacts college students' psychological wellbeing. Physical fitness acts as a key mediator, enhancing mental health benefits for students.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences
- Psychology
- Sports Science
Background:
- Growing evidence suggests physical exercise influences college students' psychological wellbeing.
- The specific role of physical fitness as a mediator in this relationship requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the mediating role of physical fitness in the relationship between physical exercise and psychological wellbeing among college students.
- To identify factors influencing exercise habits in this demographic.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire was administered to 386 college students.
- Data were analyzed using advanced statistical techniques, including reliability (α=0.982) and validity (KMO=0.947) assessments.
Main Results:
- Exercise habits varied significantly based on gender and academic major.
- A significant positive correlation was found between physical fitness and psychological wellbeing.
- Physical fitness partially mediated the relationship between exercise and psychological wellbeing.
Conclusions:
- Promoting physical activity in educational institutions is crucial for enhancing student mental and physical health.
- Improving physical fitness may be key to maximizing the psychological benefits of exercise for college students.
- Integrating tailored fitness programs into wellness initiatives can foster overall student wellbeing.
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