Impact Of Gym Attendance on Self-Esteem in Adolescent Males
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64252/nfjhkh80Keywords:
Self-esteem, RSES, Gym, Adolescents.Abstract
Impact of Gym Attendance on Self-esteem in Adolescent Males
Introduction Self-esteem plays a crucial role in the development of adolescents, affecting their mental health, behavior, and social interactions, and it is influenced by various factors. This research aimed to investigate the effect of gym attendance on self-esteem among male adolescents.
Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 329 randomly selected Egyptian adolescent males (mean age = 15.8). Demographic data was gathered, including questions about gym attendance and the motivations behind it. The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) was utilized to assess levels of self-esteem.
Results Elevated levels of self-esteem were notably observed among students who regularly attended the gym. The primary motivation for attending the gym was to achieve an ideal body shape, closely followed by an enhancement in self-confidence.
Conclusion Regular participation in gym activities may have a beneficial effect on the self-esteem of adolescent males, resulting in improved levels of self-esteem.
