Motives for Physical Activity Measure

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Motives for Physical Activities Measure – Revised (MPAM-R)

The following is a list of reasons why people engage in physical activities, sports and exercise. Keeping in mind your primary physical activity/sport, respond to each question (using the scale given), on the basis of how true that response is for you.

___ 1. Because I want to be physically fit.

___ 2. Because it's fun.

___ 3. Because I like engaging in activities which physically challenge me.

___ 4. Because I want to obtain new skills.

___ 5. Because I want to look or maintain weight so I look better.

___ 6. Because I want to be with my friends.

___ 7. Because I like to do this activity.

___ 8. Because I want to improve existing skills.

___ 9. Because I like the challenge.

___ 10. Because I want to define my muscles so I look better.

___ 11. Because it makes me happy.

___ 12. Because I want to keep up my current skill level.

___ 13. Because I want to have more energy

___ 14. Because I like activities which are physically challenging.

___ 15. Because I like to be with others who are interested in this activity.

___ 16. Because I want to improve my cardiovascular fitness.

___ 17. Because I want to improve my appearance.

___ 18. Because I think it's interesting.

___ 19. Because I want to maintain my physical strength to live a healthy life.

___ 20. Because I want to be attractive to others.

___ 21. Because I want to meet new people.

___ 22. Because I enjoy this activity.

___ 23. Because I want to maintain my physical health and well-being.

___ 24. Because I want to improve my body shape.

___ 25. Because I want to get better at my activity.

___ 26. Because I find this activity stimulating.

___ 27. Because I will feel physically unattractive if I don't.

___ 28. Because my friends want me to.

___ 29. Because I like the excitement of participation.

___ 30. Because I enjoy spending time with others doing this activity.

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