BODY Image, Eating Habits and Motivation of Students Toward Physical ACTIVITY

Abstract

This descriptive-correlational research aimed to determine the influence of body image and eating habits on motivation toward physical activity among Grade 12 senior high school students in Sta. Maria District, Division of Davao Occidental. This study adapted and used three research instruments to determine the level of body image, eating habits, and motivation toward physical activity of Grade 12 senior high school students. The results showed that Grade 12 senior high school students had high levels of body image, eating habits, and motivation toward physical activity. Additionally, the results revealed that body image and eating habits were significantly associated with motivation to engage in physical activity among Grade 12 senior high school students. Lastly, the results indicated that body image and eating habits significantly influenced motivation to engage in physical activity among Grade 12 senior high school students.