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Does Activity-Related Social Support Differ by Characteristics of the Adolescent?

Charlotte Louise Edwardson, Trish Gorely, Hayley Musson, Rebecca Duncombe, and Rachel Sandford

Background:

Previous research has shown a positive relationship between activity-related social support provided by parents and peers and adolescents’ physical activity. However, more information is needed on whether activity-related social support differs by sociodemographic characteristics. The purpose of this study was to investigate differences in activity-related social support in a sample of adolescents, by characteristics such as age, gender, socioeconomic status (SES), ethnicity, and physical activity level and to determine which characteristics are the most important predictors of activity-related social support.

Methods:

Information was provided by 578 boys and 588 girls (11–14 years) on demographic factors, physical activity, and activity-related support. ANOVA, correlations, and multiple regression were performed to address the purposes of the study.

Results:

Boys, White British, younger, more physically active, and high-SES adolescents perceived more support for physical activity. Age predicted all types of support excluding peer support; ethnicity predicted mother logistic support and sibling support; gender predicted peer support, father explicit modeling, and father logistic support; and SES predicted mother and father logistic support.

Conclusions:

Families and peers of adolescents who are female, from Black and minority ethnic groups, older, of low-SES, and less active should be targeted for intervention.

Cover Journal of Physical Activity and Health

In Journal of Physical Activity and Health Volume 11 (2014): Issue 3 (Mar 2014)

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Source and Size of Emotional and Financial-Related Social Support Network on Physical Activity Behavior Among Older Adults

Paul D. Loprinzi and Chelsea Joyner

Objective:

To examine the association of source of emotional- and financial-related social support and size of social support network on physical activity behavior among older adults.

Methods:

Data from the 1999–2006 NHANES were used (N = 5616; 60 to 85 yrs). Physical activity and emotional- and financial-related social support were assessed via self-report.

Results:

Older adults with perceived having emotional social support had a 41% increased odds of meeting physical activity guidelines (OR = 1.41; 95% CI: 1.01–1.97). The only specific sources of social support that were associated with meeting physical activity guidelines was friend emotional support (OR = 1.19; 95% CI: 1.01–1.41) and financial support (OR = 1.28; 95% CI: 1.09–1.49). With regard to size of social support network, a dose-response relationship was observed. Compared with those with 0 close friends, those with 1 to 2, 3 to 4, 5, and 6+ close friends, respectively, had a 1.70-, 2.38-, 2.57-, and 2.71-fold increased odds of meeting physical activity guidelines. There was some evidence of gender- and age-specific associations between social support and physical activity.

Conclusions:

Emotional- and financial-related social support and size of social support network are associated with higher odds of meeting physical activity guidelines among older adults.

Cover Journal of Physical Activity and Health

In Journal of Physical Activity and Health Volume 13 (2016): Issue 7 (Jul 2016)

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Facilitating Sports and University Study: The Case of a Dual Career Development Environment in Sweden

Lukas Linnér, Natalia Stambulova, Louise Kamuk Storm, Andreas Kuettel, and Kristoffer Henriksen

interact with directly (e.g., DC-support team, study program, and teams, clubs, or high-performance centers with staff). The macrolevel refers to social settings that do not contain the student-athletes but affect them indirectly through relevant sports and educational systems and cultures. To illustrate

Cover Case Studies in Sport and Exercise Psychology

In Case Studies in Sport and Exercise Psychology Volume 4 (2020): Issue 1 (Jan 2020)

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Physical Educators’ Perceptions and Experiences of Teaching Students With Mobility Disabilities

Jacob Benzinger, Jeff R. Crane, Angela M. Coppola, and David J. Hancock

equipment available, a lack of teacher training, scarce general opportunities to be active and social (e.g., recess time), and physically inaccessible environments ( Wingo et al., 2020 ). To support these statements, substantial evidence suggests general PE teachers do not feel adequately prepared or

Cover Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly

In Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume 40 (2023): Issue 2 (Apr 2023)

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In Every End, There Is Also a Beginning: Experiences of Career Transitions Through Sport

Christine Nash and Melissa Thompson

invested significant energy, time, and money. As a result, during transitions, athletes may face challenges such as loss of identity, lack of external support, and/or mental health decline ( Moore et al., 2022 ). Further, as highlighted in a study by Knights et al. ( 2019 ), many athletes report they are

Cover International Sport Coaching Journal

In International Sport Coaching Journal Ahead of Print

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Administrative Strategies for Delivering High-Quality Instruction in a University-Based Physical Activity and Wellness Program

Sheri J. Brock, Jared A. Russell, Brenna Cosgrove, and Jessica Richards

applied limited inquiry into identifying promising practices and models for supporting the instructional and professional development of PAWP instructors, particularly graduate teaching assistants (GTAs; Kim, Cardinal, & Yun, 2015 ; Melton & Burdette, 2011 ; Russell, 2009 , 2011 ). A priority for

Cover Kinesiology Review

In Kinesiology Review Volume 7 (2018): Issue 4 (Nov 2018)

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An Investigation Into Former High School Athletes’ Experiences of a Multidisciplinary Approach to Sport Injury Rehabilitation

Damien Clement and Monna Arvinen-Barrow

multidisciplinary model of care for sport injury rehabilitation, research with athletic trainers 6 and sport psychology consultants 7 has provided support for the distinction between primary and secondary teams, and highlighted that athletic trainers and sport psychology consultants have experiences working in a

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In Journal of Sport Rehabilitation Volume 30 (2021): Issue 4 (May 2021)

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A Constant Balancing Act: Delivering Sustainable University Instructional Physical Activity Programs

Sheri J. Brock, Christina Beaudoin, Mark G. Urtel, Lisa L. Hicks, and Jared A. Russell

develop, and advocate for their IPAPs. First, a narrative of each institution is provided, followed by a collective discussion of challenges experienced in delivery of IPAPs. Additionally, strategies incorporated to support instructional effectiveness are presented, as well as suggestions for future

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In Kinesiology Review Volume 9 (2020): Issue 4 (Nov 2020): 2020 American Kinesiology Association Leadership Workshop: Promoting Physical Activity Through Kinesiology Teaching and Outreach–An Eye Toward the Future

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Providing Social Support to Female Olympic Athletes

Zoë A. Poucher, Katherine A. Tamminen, and Gretchen Kerr

Within sport, social support has been identified as important for athletes to manage stress ( Gould, Finch, & Jackson, 1993; Rees & Freeman, 2011 ), and researchers have documented how social support is associated with a number of positive outcomes for athletes ( Cranmer & Sollitto, 2015

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In Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Volume 40 (2018): Issue 4 (Jan 2018)

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A Comparison of Three-Dimensional Breast Displacement and Breast Comfort During Overground and Treadmill Running

Jennifer White, Joanna Scurr, and Wendy Hedger

Comparisons of breast support requirements during overground and treadmill running have yet to be explored. The purpose of this study was to investigate 3D breast displacement and breast comfort during overground and treadmill running. Six female D cup participants had retro-reflective markers placed on the nipples, anterior superior iliac spines and clavicles. Five ProReflex infrared cameras (100 Hz) measured 3D marker displacement in four breast support conditions. For overground running, participants completed 5 running trials (3.1 m/s ± 0.1 m/s) over a 10 m indoor runway; for treadmill running, speed was steadily increased to 3.1 m/s and 5 gait cycles were analyzed. Subjective feedback on breast discomfort was collected using a visual analog scale. Running modality had no significant effect on breast displacement (p > .05). Moderate correlations (r = .45 to .68, p < .05) were found between breast discomfort and displacement. Stride length (m) and frequency (Hz) did not differ (p < .05) between breast support conditions or running modalities. Findings suggest that breast motion studies that examine treadmill running are applicable to overground running.

Cover Journal of Applied Biomechanics

In Journal of Applied Biomechanics Volume 27 (2011): Issue 1 (Jan 2011)