The role of Physical Exercise and Life Satisfaction: A Study of the Mediating Effects of Self-Esteem and Body Image

Abstract

The aim of the study was investigating the connection the role of Physical Exercise and life satisfaction: A study of the mediating Effects of self-Esteem and Body Image”. The main objective of the study is to understand how self-esteem, a concept involving regulation of behavior and self-monitoring, mediates the effect of physical exercise on academic outcomes and life satisfaction. However, underlying mechanisms of relationship, mainly the mediating effect of self-esteem, remain underexplored, especially in context of higher education in Pakistan. This cross-sectional survey was conducted among 320 students from various higher education institutions in Punjab, Pakistan. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data on the students’ physical exercise, academic performance, life satisfaction, and self-esteem. The data were analyzed using the statistical processes to examine the hypothesized relationships as developed from the theoretical framework of this study in order to chase information about relationships, make suitable decision and contribute the existing knowledge. The results indicated a positive significant relationship between physical exercise and academic success, and between physical exercise and life satisfaction. The study concludes that physical exercise has a positive impact on life satisfaction and Self-esteem.