International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences Vol. 12(4), pp. 720 - 728
DOI: 10.13189/saj.2024.120414
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The Relationship between Physical Activity Enjoyment and Exercise Addiction

Yuni Astuti ¹, Bekir Erhan Orhan ^2,*, Aydın Karaçam ³, Karuppasamy Govindasamy ^4
1 Faculty of Sport Science, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia
² Faculty of Sports Sciences, Istanbul Aydın University, Turkey
³ Faculty of Sports Sciences, Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University, Turkey
⁴ Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, College of Science and Humanities, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, India

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the relationship between physical activity enjoyment and exercise addiction, considering gender, age, sports licensure, and exercise frequency. Using a correlational survey model and convenience sampling, data were collected from 560 participants (201 females, 359 males, average age 23.52 years) through the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale (PACES) and the Exercise Addiction Scale (EAS). Results indicate significant gender differences in exercise addiction, with males scoring higher in overall exercise addiction and its sub-dimensions (excessive focus, emotional change, postponement of social needs). Both genders, however, reported similar levels of enjoyment from physical activities. Licensed athletes exhibited higher scores in both enjoyment and exercise addiction, implying that structured, goal-oriented routines enhance motivation and adherence to exercise. A positive correlation was found between exercise frequency and both enjoyment and addiction. A significant negative correlation between age and exercise addiction suggests younger individuals are more prone to addiction, while enjoyment of physical activities remains consistent across age groups. The strong relationship between physical activity enjoyment and exercise addiction underscores the role of intrinsic motivation in maintaining high levels of physical activity, which can potentially lead to dependence. These findings highlight the need for tailored interventions that promote healthy exercise habits and address specific demographic factors to enhance effectiveness. Future research should further explore these relationships to develop comprehensive strategies for lifelong physical activity.

KEYWORDS
Sports, Exercise, Physical Activity, Enjoyment, Addiction

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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Yuni Astuti , Bekir Erhan Orhan , Aydın Karaçam , Karuppasamy Govindasamy , "The Relationship between Physical Activity Enjoyment and Exercise Addiction," International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, Vol. 12, No. 4, pp. 720 - 728, 2024. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2024.120414.

(b). APA Format:
Yuni Astuti , Bekir Erhan Orhan , Aydın Karaçam , Karuppasamy Govindasamy (2024). The Relationship between Physical Activity Enjoyment and Exercise Addiction. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, 12(4), 720 - 728. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2024.120414.