Body Image

Question 1

Body image

Answer 1

An individual’s perception of their physical appearance and the thoughts and feelings towards it

Question 2

Fat talk

Answer 2

Ritualized derogatory talk focusing on weight and shape

Question 3

Internal body orientation

Answer 3

Focus on what the body can do and how it feels, rather than what looks like

Question 4

Functional body satisfaction

Answer 4

Approval of and satisfaction with the body’s physical capabilities

Question 5

Social comparison theory

Answer 5

People want to have an accurate self-evaluation. Often comparing ourselves to others (Festinger, 1954)

Question 6

What does research suggests about social media on social comparison theory

Answer 6

Social media is ideal for comparison
People show only their best
Upward comparison, leading to negative feelings

Question 7

Why would BI might be a motivator to PA

Answer 7

People are more likely to exercise if they feel overweight
Poor body image through social comparison causes more exercise - positive?
Maintain weight/look

Question 8

Why would BI might be a barrier to PA

Answer 8

Too self-conscious
Avoid outdoor activities
Fear of social comparison
Can hinder motivation

Question 9

What does research suggest about fitness images and ingagement in PA (women)

Answer 9

Social comparison can lead to dissatisfaction with their body
Fitness images did not motivate

Question 10

What does research suggest about fitness images and ingagement in PA (men)

Answer 10

Less body satisfaction
More motivated to do appearance-based exercise
Less motivated to do health-based exercise