Journal article
The effects of aerobic- versus strength-training on body image among young women with pre-existing body image concerns
Abstract
This experiment compared the effects of aerobic-training (AT) versus strength-training (ST) on body image among young women with pre-existing body image concerns. Theory-based correlates of body image change were also examined. Participants were 46 women (M age=21.5 years), randomly assigned to an 8-week AT or ST intervention consisting of supervised exercise 3 days/week. Multidimensional measures of body image were administered pre- and …
Authors
Ginis KAM; Strong HA; Arent SM; Bray SR; Bassett-Gunter RL
Journal
Body Image, Vol. 11, No. 3, pp. 219–227
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
6 2014
DOI
10.1016/j.bodyim.2014.02.004
ISSN
1740-1445