Table 3.
Frequency and percentage of the extrinsic and intrinsic motivational factors.
| Motivational factors (subscale) | Number of items | Sample items | Frequency | Percentages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stress management | 4 | Because it helps reduce tension | 7 | 12% |
| Revitalization | 3 | Because it makes me feel good | 0 | 0% |
| Enjoyment | 4 | Because I enjoy the feeling of exerting myself | 7 | 12% |
| Challenge | 4 | To give me goals to work toward | 7 | 12% |
| Social recognition | 4 | To show my worth to others | 1 | 2% |
| Affiliation | 4 | To spend time with friends | 0 | 0% |
| Competition | 4 | Because I like trying to win in PA | 2 | 3% |
| Health pressures | 3 | Because my doctor advised me to exercise | 1 | 2% |
| Ill-health avoidance | 3 | To prevent health problems | 21 | 36% |
| Positive health | 3 | To have a healthy body | 27 | 47% |
| Weight management | 4 | To stay slim | 18 | 31% |
| Appearance | 4 | To look more attractive | 11 | 19% |
| Strength & endurance | 4 | To increase my endurance | 13 | 22% |
| Nimbleness | 3 | To stay/become more agile | 16 | 28% |
| Total | 51 | 58 | 100% |