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Qualitative Investigation into the 'Peak Moments' of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals

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Qualitative Investigation into the 'Peak Moments' of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals

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The aim of this study is to reveal the “peak” and “peak” moments of mood changes that occur as a result of metaverse experiences of physically active individuals. In the study, grounded theory method, one of the qualitative research methods, was applied and the data were analysed using comparative, data reduction-based, theoretical sampling. In sample selection, easily accessible case sampling, one of the purposive sampling methods, was used. The research group consisted of a total of 10 participants, 5 males and 5 females, between the ages of 20-31, who were physically active (2994 ± 1827 MET) and studying at the Faculty of Sport Sciences. As a data collection method, interview approach was used and interviews were conducted using a semi-structured interview form. Data analysis was evaluated by thematic analysis method and the findings were grouped under 8 main themes: “Flow”, “Horizon Line”, “Motivation”, “Hedonism”, “Solidarity”, “Design”, “Curiosity” and “Illusionary Presence”. As a result, the peak point and the most memorable moment determined regarding the virtual spaces used in metaverse Experiences in physically active individuals was determined as the scene where skateboard areas and avatars lift each other. While the main reason that played an active role in the determination of this scene was that the relevant sections encouraged an increase in strength and energy in the participants, it was also frequently reported that it encouraged solidarity. The findings of the study showed that the metaverse experience can be a mediator for physically active individuals to reach the peak moment. In addition, it is thought that the qualitative approach used in the study may be an appropriate method that can be used to examine the metaverse experience. There is a need to conduct more crowded groups and gender-specific studies in future research.

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Konular

Spor ve Rekreasyon

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

30 Nisan 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

18 Aralık 2025

Kabul Tarihi

27 Mart 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 15 Sayı: 2

Kaynak Göster

APA
Güler, H., Gökören, V., Dolğun, O. C., Dinç, H., & Argan, M. (2026). Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals. The Online Journal of Recreation and Sports, 15(2), 183-193. https://doi.org/10.22282/tojras.1844113
AMA
1.Güler H, Gökören V, Dolğun OC, Dinç H, Argan M. Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals. TOJRAS. 2026;15(2):183-193. doi:10.22282/tojras.1844113
Chicago
Güler, Hakan, Volkan Gökören, Onur Can Dolğun, Halime Dinç, ve Metin Argan. 2026. “Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals”. The Online Journal of Recreation and Sports 15 (2): 183-93. https://doi.org/10.22282/tojras.1844113.
EndNote
Güler H, Gökören V, Dolğun OC, Dinç H, Argan M (01 Nisan 2026) Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals. The Online Journal of Recreation and Sports 15 2 183–193.
IEEE
[1]H. Güler, V. Gökören, O. C. Dolğun, H. Dinç, ve M. Argan, “Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals”, TOJRAS, c. 15, sy 2, ss. 183–193, Nis. 2026, doi: 10.22282/tojras.1844113.
ISNAD
Güler, Hakan - Gökören, Volkan - Dolğun, Onur Can - Dinç, Halime - Argan, Metin. “Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals”. The Online Journal of Recreation and Sports 15/2 (01 Nisan 2026): 183-193. https://doi.org/10.22282/tojras.1844113.
JAMA
1.Güler H, Gökören V, Dolğun OC, Dinç H, Argan M. Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals. TOJRAS. 2026;15:183–193.
MLA
Güler, Hakan, vd. “Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals”. The Online Journal of Recreation and Sports, c. 15, sy 2, Nisan 2026, ss. 183-9, doi:10.22282/tojras.1844113.
Vancouver
1.Hakan Güler, Volkan Gökören, Onur Can Dolğun, Halime Dinç, Metin Argan. Qualitative Investigation into the ’Peak Moments’ of Metaverse Experiences Among Physically Active Individuals. TOJRAS. 01 Nisan 2026;15(2):183-9. doi:10.22282/tojras.1844113