Do people's goals for mass participation sporting events matter? A self-determination theory perspective

Coleman, Sarah J.; Sebire, Simon J

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“…Researchers have used the SDT as a general framework to design and implement exercise and PA programs for individuals mainly without ID [27][28][29][30][31][32]. Recently, the research effort shifted towards individuals with ID [33][34][35][36][37][38] with promising results, albeit limited in scope.…”

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The effect of a European-based exercise program upon the health-related physical fitness of individuals with intellectual disabilities: The alive and kicking perspective

Skordilis¹,

Greenlees²,

Chrysagis³

et al. 2019

J Sports Med Ther

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The present study examined the effect of the European-Based 'Alive and Kicking' exercise program on the health-related physical fi tness of individuals with (Experimental Group: EG) and without (Control Group: CG) (Intellectual Disability: ID). The Self-Determination Theory: SDT, guided both the 6-month preparatory phase and the 9-month exercise program, which was conducted in fi ve separate European countries (Cyprus, France, Greece, Portugal and Spain). The total sample (n = 200, 54% males and 46% females) comprised of 168 individuals with ID (age: 26.54 years, + 7.78) and 32 individuals without ID (age: 25.81 years, + 8.73) respectively. The statistical analyses revealed that the ID group's performance (EG) improved signifi cantly in a range of health-related physical fi tness variables (sit & reach, pushups, sit ups, long jump, ½ mile walk/ run). In turn, the participants from the CG improved mainly in muscular endurance (sit ups and pushups). The results are discussed in accordance with SDT and the dairies kept from the staff involved (coaches and psychologists) during the 9-month intervention. The present fi ndings, although subjective to certain limitations, are encouraging, given the large-scale, real-world nature of the research design, and provide evidence supporting the integration of theoretical strategies enhancing motivation into traditional coaching programs for individuals with ID.The physical itness of individuals with ID has been examined and the research indings consistently indicate that they a) do not meet the general itness criteria [4,11] and b) are less it compared to the general population [9,10]. Skowronski, et al. [12], summarized previous research efforts conducted in the United States and in Europe and claimed that a continuing pattern of low itness for individuals with ID is consistently observed [12]. Additionally, individuals with ID show faster declines in itness over the life-span, compared toThe effect of a European-based exercise program upon the health-related physical fi tness of individuals with intellectual disabilities: The alive and kicking perspective https://www.heighpubs.org/jsmt 082 https://doi.

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The effect of a European-based exercise program upon the health-related physical fitness of individuals with intellectual disabilities: The alive and kicking perspective

Skordilis¹,

Greenlees²,

Chrysagis³

et al. 2019

J Sports Med Ther

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“…There is a widespread belief that the organization of nonelite mass sports events has the potential to promote physical activity -sporting events provide strong emotions, long-lasting social relationships, and give a chance for amateurs, who are strong motivators of modern sport, to also compete, which can encourage regular physical activity after the event (Bennett et al, 2007;Murphy and Bauman, 2007;Bauman et al, 2009;Funk et al, 2011;Crofts et al, 2012;Stevinson and Hickson, 2014;Coleman and Sebire, 2016). However, little is known about the real effectiveness of such events in promoting health.…”

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The Impact of Water Sporting Events on Attitudes Toward Physical Activity: Motivational Profiles of Participants in Modern and Traditional Water Events

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The aim of this paper was to analyze the relationship between attitudes toward physical activity and participation in water sports events and to recognize the main motives for involvement in these kinds of events. A written paper–pencil diagnostic survey was conducted among 394 participants in two traditional and two modern sports events on water held in Poland to ascertain whether innovative (modern) events are needed in society, and whether they cause an increase in interest in physical activity (more than traditional events). The research results showed that modern sports events on water did not have any more power to attract physically inactive people than traditional water events, did not produce a greater desire to lead an active lifestyle, and did not encourage people to more regularly practice water sports. Moreover, modern events, compared to traditional events, were only a one-time experience and the people who completed survey often wanted to return to traditional sports events which provided participants with greater positive emotions than a modern event. In the case of socio-demographical variables, there was no statistically significant relationship between gender and choice of modern or traditional event, but older people were more likely to choose a traditional event than younger people; modern water events were an attractive option primarily for young people under 30 years of age, furthermore, modern events more often attracted people who had completed higher education. However, it turned out that a modern event on water often attracted more people who had had no experience in this sport discipline rather than people who chose traditional water events. In a sense, modern events are therefore effective in promoting water sports in Polish society. We also distinguished five main groups of participants: healthy lifestyle managers, lovers of sports emotions, water sports malcontents, water sports enthusiasts, and neutrals to water sports. Additionally, we looked into gender-related motives for participation in modern and traditional water events: social and health-related motives proved to be more important for women and men who participated in modern water events. The research results presented in the article expand on the current state of knowledge about mass participation in sport, the impact of sporting events on the promotion of physical activity, and show the motivation behind participation in modern and traditional water sporting events.

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“…These campaigns aim to affect the consciousness of people by influencing the broadly understood relationships between the culture of movement and health. One of such practices is the promotion of widespread sport, especially non-elite mass participation sports events (MPSEs), which may hold potential as a physical activity tool [10]. The vast majority of sporting events include emotions and competition.…”

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The Potential of Non-Mega Sporting Events for the Promotion of Physical Activity Among Inactive Supporters at the Poznan Half Marathon: A Case Study

Malchrowicz-Mośko

Poczta

Adamczewska

2019

IJERPH

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The impact of sports events on the promotion of physical activity, healthy lifestyles and sports participation is debatable, and most of the literature is on mega-events. This begs the question if more evidence of this type of impact can be found for non-mega events. Research on sports legacy often refers to the tangible effects such as infrastructure that is left after the competition. However, the construction of new facilities does not automatically result in attracting participants. Despite the high expectations of events organizers in terms of their impacts on pro-health behavior of people, few studies provide empirical evidence that events encourage sport fans to become more physically active. The aim of this research was to examine whether a mass run promotes physical activity among spectators, and whether a mass run influences the willingness of spectators to start in half marathon in the future. A written paper–pencil survey was collected from 510 spectators during the 6th Poznan Half Marathon. The results show that observing a mass run event has a positive impact on the willingness to engage in regular physical activity as well as the willingness to take part in this type of sport in the future. Our work provides knowledge about the level of effectiveness in promoting active lifestyles among supporters depending on age, sex and place of residents. This work focuses on mass runs, which have been under-researched when it comes to impact on sport participation.

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Do people's goals for mass participation sporting events matter? A self-determination theory perspective

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Cited by 15 publications

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The effect of a European-based exercise program upon the health-related physical fitness of individuals with intellectual disabilities: The alive and kicking perspective

The effect of a European-based exercise program upon the health-related physical fitness of individuals with intellectual disabilities: The alive and kicking perspective

The Impact of Water Sporting Events on Attitudes Toward Physical Activity: Motivational Profiles of Participants in Modern and Traditional Water Events

The Potential of Non-Mega Sporting Events for the Promotion of Physical Activity Among Inactive Supporters at the Poznan Half Marathon: A Case Study

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