Table 3.
Pearson correlations between the frequency of MVPA (moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity) and outcome variables. n = 49 for creativity and n = 58 for all other measures.
| Measure | Correlation Coefficient | Measure | Correlation Coefficient |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cognitive functions | |||
| Creativity (Quiz) | 0.275 | ||
| Working memory | 2-back d | 0.343 ** | |
| 1-back d | −0.046 | 2-back response time | −0.087 |
| 1-back response time | −0.101 | Mindful attention (MAAS) | −0.165 |
| Mental health | |||
| Emotional contagion (ECS) | Substance use | −0.034 | |
| Love | 0.199 | Behavioral disengagement | −0.454 ** |
| Happiness | −0.047 | Self-blame | 0.076 |
| Anger | −0.125 | BIS/BAS | |
| Sadness | 0.107 | BIS | −0.024 |
| Emotion regulation (ERQ) | Drive | 0.291 * | |
| Reappraisal | 0.159 | Fun seeking | −0.027 |
| Suppression | 0.013 | Reward responsiveness | 0.269 * |
| Coping (COPE) | Depression (BDI-II) | 0.014 | |
| Active coping | 0.345 ** | State anxiety (STAI-Y1) | −0.268 * |
| Planning | 0.193 | Trait anxiety (STAI-Y2) | −0.150 |
| Positive reframing | 0.136 | Perceived stress (PSS) | −0.008 |
| Acceptance | 0.280 * | Psychological wellbeing (PWI) | |
| Humor | −0.099 | Autonomy | 0.136 |
| Religion | 0.162 | Environmental mastery | 0.189 |
| Using emotional support | 0.222 | Personal growth | 0.367 * |
| Using instrumental support | −0.015 | Positive relations with others | 0.157 |
| Self-distraction | −0.210 | Purpose in life | 0.236 |
| Denial | −0.287 * | Self-acceptance | 0.204 |
| Venting | −0.228 | ||
** p < 0.01; * p < 0.05. Significant correlation coefficients are shown in bold.