Prediction of Selected Fitness Indicators by Gender, Age, Alienation, and Perceived Competence.

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Title: Prediction of Selected Fitness Indicators by Gender, Age, Alienation, and Perceived Competence.
Language: English
Authors: Burkhalter, Nancy A., Wendt, Janice C.
Source: Journal of Teaching in Physical Education. Oct 2001 21(1):3-15.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2001
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Age Differences, Alienation, Middle School Students, Middle Schools, Physical Activity Level, Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Self Concept, Sex Differences, Student Attitudes
ISSN: 0273-5024
Abstract: Examined relationships between physical factors, psychological factors, gender, and age in middle school physical education (PE) students. Data on PE alienation, perceived competency toward physical fitness (PCf) and physical activity (PCp), and various fitness and strength measures indicated that gender and PCf significantly predicted fitness. Age, alienation, and PCp significantly predicted strength. PCf and alienation related to physical performance. (SM)
Journal Code: CIJAPR2002
Entry Date: 2002
Accession Number: EJ636266
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Examined relationships between physical factors, psychological factors, gender, and age in middle school physical education (PE) students. Data on PE alienation, perceived competency toward physical fitness (PCf) and physical activity (PCp), and various fitness and strength measures indicated that gender and PCf significantly predicted fitness. Age, alienation, and PCp significantly predicted strength. PCf and alienation related to physical performance. (SM)
ISSN:0273-5024