Exercise, self-esteem, and emotional intelligence

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine whether relationships exist among self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and exercise frequency, duration, and adherence. To establish such relationships, 64 University of Central Florida students completed experimental packets designed to test their levels of self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and exercise behavior. The responses were analyzed using SPSS and the Pearson correlation coefficient. Significant positive correlations were found between self-esteem and exercise frequency, duration, and adherence. Further significant positive correlations were found between emotional intelligence and exercise duration and adherence, and between emotional intelligence and self-esteem. These are important findings. The research suggests emotional intelligence may be a variable relevant to individual exercise goals as well as self esteem. In addition the study supports past research concerning the relationship between exercise and self-esteem.

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Thesis Completion

2000

Semester

Fall

Advisor

Newlin, Michael H.

Degree

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

College

College of Arts and Sciences

Degree Program

Psychology

Subjects

Arts and Sciences -- Dissertations, Academic;Dissertations, Academic -- Arts and Sciences

Format

Print

Identifier

DP0021580

Language

English

Access Status

Open Access

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Document Type

Honors in the Major Thesis

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