Relationships between Psychological Need Satisfaction in Exercise, Motivation for Exercise, and Physical Activity of Female Workers in Retail and Health Service Sectors
10.5807/kjohn.2020.29.2.97
- Author:
Yeongmi HA
1
;
Sangmi HAN
Author Information
1. Associate Professor, College of Nursing ․ Institute of Health Sciences, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:Korean Journal of Occupational Health Nursing
2020;29(2):97-105
- CountryRepublic of Korea
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Abstract:
Purpose:This study aimed to identify the effects of psychological need satisfaction in exercise and motivation for exercise on physical activity.
Methods:Eighty-five women working in three retail and health service sectors completed self-reported questionnaires during September and November 2018. Data were analyzed using SPSS for Windows 24.0 through descriptive statistics, t-tests, and logistic regression analysis.
Results:Logistic regression analysis showed that intrinsic motivation (OR=1.95, 95% CI: 1.10~3.47) and autonomy (OR=1.65, 95% CI: 1.00~2.70) affected female workers' physical activity.
Conclusion:To improve physical activity among women working in retail and health service sectors, programs to improve autonomy and intrinsic motivation should be developed and examined.
