The Impact Of The Recreational Flow Experience On The Perception Of Wellness Among Individuals Engaged In Extreme Sports

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this research is to determine the impact of recreational flow experience on perceived wellness among extreme sports participants. Material and Methods: Employing a quantitative research method, a correlational survey model was utilized in this study. The research group consists of 532 extreme sports participants, including 397 men and 135 women. Data were analyzed using SPSS 24.0, with Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression used to examine the relationship and impact of flow experience on perceived wellness. Results: The findings revealed that anxiety and boredom during the activity were negatively correlated with perceived wellness, while acquaintance and flow were positively correlated. Regression analysis showed no significant impact of boredom on wellness. Acquaintance positively affected psychological, emotional, physical, and intellectual wellness, while anxiety had a negative effect on all dimensions of wellness. Additionally, recreational flow experience had a positive impact on all dimensions of perceived wellness. Conclusion: Consequently, it was determined that anxiety during extreme sports negatively affected perceived wellness, while the attitude towards acquaintance during the activity and recreational flow experience positively influenced perceived wellness. Recommendations for practitioners include organizing trainers and informing recreation specialists and coaches to establish a balance between challenge and skill in order to facilitate the flow experience.

Keywords

• recreational flow experience
• perceived wellness
• extreme sports

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