Active Leisure Benefits
Jan 2025 · Publifye AS
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""Active Leisure Benefits"" explores the profound connection between physical hobbies and emotional well-being, offering a groundbreaking perspective on how intentional physical activities can transform our mental health. Drawing from over 200 peer-reviewed studies and extensive research in exercise psychology, the book reveals how active leisure pursuits provide benefits that surpass those of conventional exercise through their unique combination of engagement, skill development, and social connection.
The book progresses systematically through four major sections, beginning with the foundations of exercise psychology and culminating in strategies for long-term lifestyle integration. It introduces innovative concepts like the ""engagement-mastery spiral"" and ""emotional motion mapping,"" while presenting complex neurobiological research in accessible terms.
Through a blend of case studies, assessment tools, and practical implementation strategies, readers discover how to select and maintain physical hobbies that align with their personal preferences and lifestyle goals. What sets this comprehensive guide apart is its interdisciplinary approach, connecting exercise psychology with behavioral economics and social psychology. The book addresses current debates about activity duration, competitive elements, and digital integration while maintaining a focus on practical application.
For health-conscious adults and healthcare professionals alike, it provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing emotional well-being through purposeful physical activity, all while acknowledging individual differences and accessibility concerns.
The book progresses systematically through four major sections, beginning with the foundations of exercise psychology and culminating in strategies for long-term lifestyle integration. It introduces innovative concepts like the ""engagement-mastery spiral"" and ""emotional motion mapping,"" while presenting complex neurobiological research in accessible terms.
Through a blend of case studies, assessment tools, and practical implementation strategies, readers discover how to select and maintain physical hobbies that align with their personal preferences and lifestyle goals. What sets this comprehensive guide apart is its interdisciplinary approach, connecting exercise psychology with behavioral economics and social psychology. The book addresses current debates about activity duration, competitive elements, and digital integration while maintaining a focus on practical application.
For health-conscious adults and healthcare professionals alike, it provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing emotional well-being through purposeful physical activity, all while acknowledging individual differences and accessibility concerns.
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