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Gender Differences in Recrational Sports Participation among Taiwanese Adults
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Abstract This study examines the gender differences in the enjoyment of recreational sports participation among Taiwanese adults. Data were obtained using the 2007 Taiwan Social Change Survey. The questionnaire included a topical module of the International Social Survey Program regarding leisure time and sp... view more
This study examines the gender differences in the enjoyment of recreational sports participation among Taiwanese adults. Data were obtained using the 2007 Taiwan Social Change Survey. The questionnaire included a topical module of the International Social Survey Program regarding leisure time and sports. Results showed that male subjects were more likely to participate in recreational sports to improve their appearance and on account of their personal interest. In addition to these factors, female subjects also experienced greater motivation to participate when Taiwanese athletes performed well in international sporting competitions. This study confirmed that the factors influencing enjoyment of recreational sports participation differ among men and women. These results can be used to better inform public health professionals and other regulatory organizations formulating physical activity intervention strategies.... view less
Keywords
Taiwan; leisure time; sports; physical exercise; motivation; gender-specific factors; socioeconomic factors; demographic factors; health promotion; Far East
Classification
Leisure Research
Document language
English
Publication Year
2015
Page/Pages
p. 829-840
Journal
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 12 (2015) 1
ISSN
1660-4601
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed