A study of 299 adults in Finland found that emotional responses to exercise, rather than willpower, are key predictors of whether people stick with physical activity, according to a report published Nov. 4, 2026, by mindbodygreen.
The report stated that pleasant affective experiences, particularly pride and attraction to physical activity, were among the strongest positive predictors of future exercise intentions. Participants with higher body mass index (BMI) reported less pride, pleasure, energy, and attraction to exercise, and scored higher on body-related motives such as weight management and appearance, according to the study.
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