Correlates of drive for muscularity: the role of anthropometric measures and psychological factors.
Drive for muscularity (DM) is associated with anabolic steroid and supplement use, exercise dependence, eating pathology, and low self-esteem. However, only one study has examined how anthropometric measures are related to DM. To extend previous research, and to clarify the relationship between DM and anthropometric indices, 113 college-aged men completed self-report surveys and were assessed for body fat percentage, fat-free mass, and body mass index. We found that supplement use, exercise dependence, and self-esteem, but none of the anthropometric measures, correlated with DM. These results enhance our understanding of DM and can be used to develop interventions to decrease DM.
Chittester
Nickles I
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Concordia University Texas, Austin, TX 78726, USA. Nickles.Chittester@Concordia.edu
Hausenblas
Heather A
HA
D000886:Anthropometry; D001828:Body Image; D015992:Body Mass Index; D003625:Data Collection; D015444:Exercise / Q000523:psychology*; D005247:Feeding Behavior / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D057228:Masculinity; D012649:Self Concept; D055815:Young Adult