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0000-0002-5756-4494
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University of Lincoln
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Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 04-02-2022
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 06-2021
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 15-10-2020
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 12-07-2022
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 11-02-2021
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 29-06-2023
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 14-12-2021
DOI: 10.1007/S10734-021-00795-4
Abstract: Doctoral researchers and early career researchers (ECRs) are crucial to producing scientific advancements and represent the future of academic leadership. Their research endeavours were changed radically by lockdowns in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this study was to explore the perceived benefits and challenges of the national lockdown in the UK from the perspective of doctoral researchers and ECRs. We present analysis of qualitative survey data from 1,142 doctoral researchers and ECRs on their experiences of the first UK lockdown collected from April 16, 2020–May 14, 2020. Our findings suggest considerable heterogeneity in how the pandemic impacted this key group of academic workers. Challenges arising from the lockdown largely cohered around a poor work environment, limited access to resources, perceptions of pressure, and negative psychological outcomes. Conversely, respondents also highlighted several benefits in the early stages of the pandemic, with the change to working from home creating more time, resulting in greater productivity and a better work-life balance. Collectively, findings indicate the importance of considering the personal circumstances and needs of in idual researchers. We discuss the implications for support these researchers require to rebuild their careers in the wake of the initial disruption.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2021
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 22-09-2017
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 21-06-2021
DOI: 10.1177/10126902211021936
Abstract: A rich and multi-stranded sociology of sporting embodiment has begun to emerge in recent years. Calls have been made to analyze more deeply not only the sensory dimensions of lived sporting bodies but also the values prevailing within particular physical–cultural worlds. This article contributes to a small, developing research corpus by employing theoretical perspectives drawn from phenomenological sociology to explore cross-country runners' sensory encounters with the elemental, contoured by the values of the running lifeworlds they inhabit. Autoethnographic and autophenomenographic data were collected via three research projects. Senses of touch still remain under-researched within the sporting sensorium, and here we focus on the “elemental haptics” of earth and air on our cross-country training runs. We also explore the rich, complex somatic experiences afforded by various of these elemental combinations. For runners, as for many sports participants, the haptic emerges as a key aspect of our sensuous running lifeworld.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 30-10-2021
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 05-2020
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 02-09-2022
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2019
Publisher: Academy of Science of South Africa
Date: 30-01-2019
Abstract: An extensive body of research has been done on the links between perfectionism and motivation, yet the underlying mechanisms linking these psychological characteristics have been underexplored. In this study, we used an integrative modelling approach to examine associations between dimensions of perfectionism (i.e. personal standards [PSP] and concerns over mistakes [CMP]), mental toughness (MT) and motivational orientations (i.e. self-determined motivation [SDM] and non-self-determined motivation [NSDM]). Based on a s le of 318 male (n=218) and female (n=100) tennis players (Mage=17.61, SDage=2.41), fit indices derived from structural equation modelling supported a partially mediated model. Residual PSP associated positively with MT (β=0.74) and SDM (β=0.40), and negatively with NSDM (β=-0.22). Conversely, residual CMP associated negatively with MT (β=-0.14) and SDM (β=-0.19), and positively with NSDM (β=0.73). Mental toughness was positively associated with SDM (β=0.28), but was unrelated to NSDM (β=0.07). The relationship between residual PSP and SDM was partially mediated by MT (standardised indirect effect: 95% CI=0.19, 0.46). The findings of this study support research linking dimensions of perfectionism with motivational orientations and offer preliminary evidence on the mediating role of MT in the association between these psychological constructs. With emerging research supporting the capacity to develop MT through targeted interventions, the findings are discussed alongside salient implications. Significance: Mental toughness partially mediated the association between pure personal standards perfectionism and self-determined motivation. Particularly among athletes with higher personal standards of perfectionism, more autonomous forms of motivation may be sustained via efforts that seek to develop athletes’ mental toughness.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 03-2021
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Date: 2023
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 09-2017
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 08-09-2014
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 31-01-2022
DOI: 10.1080/17437199.2021.2023608
Abstract: The SMART acronym (e.g., Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timebound) is a highly prominent strategy for setting physical activity goals. While it is intuitive, and its practical value has been recognised, the scientific underpinnings of the SMART acronym are less clear. Therefore, we aimed to narratively review and critically examine the scientific underpinnings of the SMART acronym and its application in physical activity promotion. Specifically, our review suggests that the SMART acronym: is not based on scientific theory is not consistent with empirical evidence does not consider what type of goal is set is not applied consistently is lacking detailed guidance has redundancy in its criteria is not being used as originally intended and has a risk of potentially harmful effects. These issues are likely leading to sub-optimal outcomes, confusion, and inconsistency. Recommendations are provided to guide the field towards better practice and, ultimately, more effective goal setting interventions to help in iduals become physically active.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 15-03-2023
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2016
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 12-03-2023
DOI: 10.3390/MPS6020029
Abstract: The importance of physical activity (PA) for the health and wellbeing of older adults is well documented, yet many older adults are insufficiently active. This issue is more salient in regional and rural areas, where evidence of the most critical components of interventions that explain PA participation and maintenance in older populations is sparse. This realist review will (1) systematically identify and synthesise literature on PA interventions in community-dwelling older adults in regional and rural areas, and (2) explore how and why those interventions increase PA in that population. Using a realist synthesis framework and the behaviour change wheel (BCW), context–mechanism–outcome (C-M-O) patterns of PA interventions for older adults in regional and rural areas will be synthesised. Thematic analysis will be employed to compare, contrast, and refine emerging C-M-O patterns to understand how contextual factors trigger mechanisms that influence regional and rural community-dwelling older adults’ participation in PA interventions. This realist review will be the first to adopt a BCW analysis and a realist synthesis framework to explore PA interventions in community-dwelling older adults in regional and rural areas. This review will provide recommendations for evidence-based interventions to improve PA participation and adherence by revealing the important mechanisms apparent in this context. Systematic review registration: (PROSPERO CRD42023402499).
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 12-07-2020
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 16-03-2020
Abstract: Police employees are exposed to a variety of complex, work-related stressors and are susceptible to experiencing reduced psychological wellbeing. To advance understanding of the personal and social factors underpinning psychological wellbeing in this population, the purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between psychological wellbeing, perceived support from colleagues, received support from colleagues and personality factors in police employees. A s le of 381 police employees from a county police force in England completed an online questionnaire assessing: psychological wellbeing perceived support received support and personality factors. Psychological wellbeing was significantly and positively associated with perceived support from colleagues, received support from colleagues, extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, emotional stability, and openness to experience. Further investigation of these relationships using multiple logistic regression analysis found that perceived support from colleagues, received support from colleagues, extraversion, and emotional stability significantly predicted psychological wellbeing. Given growing concerns about psychological wellbeing in police forces, the findings could help to inform the promotion of psychological wellbeing across operational and non-operational police employees. The results suggest that increasing both perceptions of available support and the amount of support received among employees in police forces is important for enhancing psychological wellbeing in this population. Furthermore, police employees with lower levels of extraversion and emotional stability should also be considered for additional support to promote psychological wellbeing.
Publisher: Association for Applied Sport Psychology
Date: 26-10-2022
DOI: 10.55743/000016
Abstract: The purpose of this pilot study was to compare the acute effects of affect-regulated green exercise and indoor exercise on psychological distress and enjoyment in university undergraduate students. Using a repeated measures experimental design, 18 undergraduate students at an urban university in England completed three conditions: green exercise indoor exercise and a non-exercise control condition. Stress and anxiety were measured using standardised measures before and after each condition, while enjoyment was assessed after each condition. Affective valance was also assessed during the exercise conditions. A significant decline in stress was found after each exercise condition, with pre- to post-condition anxiety changes shown only after the green exercise condition. When assessing effect sizes, larger reductions in stress and anxiety were shown after the green exercise condition compared to the indoor exercise condition. No significant effect was present for enjoyment for any of the conditions. A primary contribution of this pilot study was that participants reported greater anxiety reductions in the green exercise condition versus the indoor exercise condition, as well as decreased stress in both the green and indoor settings, of which, a larger effect was shown for green exercise. Affect-regulated exercise could be a promising approach for acute reductions in psychological distress in exercise bouts in university students.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 02-2022
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 24-01-2017
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 11-05-2021
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2022
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 22-06-2021
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Date: 12-2021
Abstract: Mental toughness has been associated with factors related to psychological well-being, but little is known about its relationship with stigma toward mental health and mental health help-seeking. This study investigated the relationship between mental toughness, sport-related well-being, and personal stigma toward mental health in a s le of 154 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I student-athletes. The moderating effect of mental toughness on the relationship between public stigma and self-stigma toward mental health help-seeking was also explored. Mental toughness was significantly and positively associated with sport-related well-being, but not significantly related to personal stigma toward mental health. Moderation analysis indicated that mental toughness was not a significant moderator of the relationship between public stigma and self-stigma, but higher levels of mental toughness were significantly associated with lower levels of stigma toward mental health help-seeking. Building mental toughness may be a way to increase well-being and to reduce stigma toward help-seeking in student-athletes.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 05-07-2022
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Date: 06-2023
Abstract: The study was undertaken to explore the experiences of older adults and service providers in a settings-based health promotion initiative in a football club. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 older adults attending an ‘Extra Time Hub’ (ETH) and two staff delivering the initiative. Our reflexive thematic analysis generated six themes. Findings revealed the brand of the sports club attracted some to join the ETH, but through partnerships with local agencies, the initiative was also successful in widening participation beyond older adults with an interest in football. Participants perceived that the ETH was beneficial for their mental health, helped them develop social connections, and promoted positive physical activity experiences. Moreover, the variety of pleasures derived from participation were also discussed. Our findings also illustrate the central role of staff in older adults’ experiences of this form of health promotion. Overall, this study contributes to understandings of settings-based health promotion activities in sports clubs, and also demonstrates the potential for sports clubs to widen engagement with the local community through health promotion for older adults.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 24-01-2023
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 16-12-2016
DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2016.1265661
Abstract: Clutch performance is improved performance under pressure. However, little research has examined the psychological state experienced by athletes in these situations. Therefore, this study qualitatively examined the subjective experience underlying clutch performance across a range of sports (e.g., team, in idual) and standards (Olympic to recreational athletes). Sixteen athletes (M
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2024
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 03-2021
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2019
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 23-11-2022
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 08-09-2021
DOI: 10.1108/SGPE-11-2020-0073
Abstract: Concerns about psychological well-being (PWB) in doctoral students have grown in recent years. The purpose of this study was to explore qualitatively doctoral students’ perceptions of factors that promoted their PWB during the doctoral journey. Nine recent doctoral graduates at an English university participated in the study. Participants recalled their experience and PWB during the doctoral journey via a life grid and semi-structured interview. The life grids were visually inspected to identify high points in PWB whilst the interview data were analysed thematically. The analysis produced the following seven themes representing factors that participants described during periods of better PWB: accomplishments intrinsic rewards self-efficacy comprehension and understanding supervisor support wider support network and self-care and lifestyle. By adopting a positive psychology approach and exploring qualitatively factors that promoted PWB in doctoral students, this study offers an alternative perspective to research on doctoral student well-being, which has largely adopted a pathological focus. As such, the study demonstrates the utility of approaching research on doctoral students’ PWB from a positive psychology perspective. Findings are discussed in relation to the extant literature, and future directions for research are outlined.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 25-09-2023
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 04-2022
Location: Ireland
Location: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Location: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Location: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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