Social physique anxiety and physical activity among adolescents

Citation

Eklund R & Bianco T (2000) Social physique anxiety and physical activity among adolescents. Reclaiming Children and Youth, 9 (3), pp. 139-142. http://reclaimingjournal.com/sites/default/files/journal-article-pdfs/09_3_Eklund_Bianco.pdf

Abstract
Participation in physical activity during adolescence may sow the seeds of an active lifestyle that will confer health benefits over the entire life span. However, involvement in physical activity declines sharply at adolescence. This article examines the potential impact of social physique anxiety on behavior and physical activity settings.

Journal
Reclaiming Children and Youth: Volume 9, Issue 3