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Exercise dependence: the relationship between two measures

R J Kirkby1, J Adams

  • 1School of Behavioural Health Sciences, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia. BHS@LATROBE.EDU.AU

Perceptual and Motor Skills
|April 1, 1996
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Exercise dependence assessments show some correlation, but different scales measure distinct qualities. Researchers should carefully consider which exercise dependence measures are used when comparing study samples.

Area of Science:

  • Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Behavioral Psychology

Background:

  • Exercise dependence is a growing area of research.
  • Understanding the nuances of different assessment tools is crucial for accurate measurement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the relationship between two common measures of exercise dependence: the Negative Addiction Scale and the Commitment to Running Scale.
  • To assess the convergent validity of these scales across different participant groups.

Main Methods:

  • A volunteer sample of 158 aerobics instructors, 46 competitors, and 102 general participants completed both assessments.
  • Pearson correlation coefficients were calculated to determine the relationship between scores on the two scales.

Main Results:

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  • Scores on the Negative Addiction Scale and Commitment to Running Scale were significantly correlated for the total sample, general participants, and aerobics instructors.
  • The correlation was not significant for competitors.
  • Each scale accounted for less than 11% of the variance in the total sample, indicating they measure largely different qualities.

    • Conclusions:

    • While there is some overlap, the Negative Addiction Scale and Commitment to Running Scale are not interchangeable.
    • Researchers must exercise caution when comparing exercise dependence findings across studies that utilize different assessment instruments.