Investigate the Influences of the Psychological Needs Model on Students’ Intentions Toward Physical Activity in Chinese Higher Educational Institutions

Abstract

This study examines the influence of the psychological needs model on students' intentions to participate in physical activity in Chinese higher education institutions, as well as the relationship between all of the variables.  A purposive sample method was used to select 512 respondents from four levels of operation and funding sources: public undergraduate, public vocational, private undergraduate, and private vocational. The reliability and validity of the questionnaires were verified. Data analysis methods include frequency analysis, descriptive statistical analysis, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and variable correlation analysis.  This study found that the key factors of psychological needs of college students participating in physical activities, motivations for physical activity among college students, the theory of planned behavior among college students, and behavior intention among college students were moderately valued.