Relations among exercise type, self-objectification, and body image in the fitness centre environment: The role of reasons for exercise

The study aimed to investigate different types of exercise, the role of exercise motivation and body image outcomes within the fitness centre environment. Participants were 571 female fitness class participants recruited from fitness centres. They ranged in age from 18 to 71 years and participated in a variety of fitness activities both within and outside of the fitness centre environment. Reasons for exercise, self-objectification, body esteem,...