Regular practice
of endurance exercise was related to a more favourable self-image. There was a
strong association between participation in sports and the type of personality
that tends to be resistant to drug and alcohol addiction. Physical exercise was
further significantly related to scores for physical and psychological
well-being. Adolescents who engaged regularly in physical activity were
characterised by lower anxiety-depression scores, and displayed much less
social behavioural inhibition than their less active counterparts (Kirkcaldy,
Shephard and Siefen, 2002).
It is likely
that discussion of recreational or exercise involvement may provide a useful
point of entry for facilitating dialogue among adolescents about concerns relating
to body image and self-esteem. In terms of psychotherapeutic applications,
physical activity has many additional rewards for adolescents. It is probable
that by promoting physical fitness, increased physical performance, lessening
body mass and promoting a more favourable body shape and structure, exercise
will provide more positive social feedback and recognition from peer groups,
and this will subsequently lead to improvement in an individual's self-image (Kirkcaldy,
Shephard and Siefen, 2002).
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