Associations Between Intrinsic Motivation, Exercise Attitudes, Physical Activity, and Mental Health in Young Adolescents: An Integrated Motivational Perspective

Physical activity and mental health are priorities for health promotion during early adolescence. This study from the September issue of Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport (RQES) explores associations between intrinsic motivation for physical activity, exercise attitudes, and physical activity and mental health in young adolescents. Data were collected via a survey and analyzed using structural equation modeling. This article is offered free through SHAPE America.