2016/08/05 by Jennifer Fletcher
Psychology · Social Sciences · #Behavioral Health and Interventions #Impact of Technology on Adolescents #Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports
paper · doi:10.1080/10510974.2016.1212911
openalex publication_date 2016/08/05 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/29
Physical activity is necessary for college students as only 20%–40% engage in the recommended amounts (Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, 2010). This article qualitatively examines college-student motivators and hindrances for physical activity in order to develop effective interventions. Although a primary theory in psychology, Self-Determination Theory relies heavily upon social contexts as catalysts for motivation. Communication can cause both within- and between-person differences in motivation. Findings suggest that college-student motivation is greatly influenced by the communication between themselves, their important relationships (e.g., friends, family, and significant other), and societal pressures. Moreover, findings reveal that college students seem to be more motivated through extrinsic means rather than more autonomous forms of motivation.