College
College of Health Professions
Date of Last Revision
2026-01-06 09:33:02
Major
Exercise Science
Honors Course
EXER: 430
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2026
Abstract
Background: Regular exercise plays a big role in maintaining an individual’s physical and mental health, preventing diseases, and improving overall well-being. A plethora of things can influence an individual’s exercise habits, for better or worse, including social, environmental, and familial contexts. This study described exercise and social influences among undergraduate college students. More specifically, this study described exercising habits (frequency, duration, type, etc.) as well as the role of social media, environmental conditions, and family support during a typical week of the academic semester.
Design: Cross-sectional, descriptive survey
Methods: A sample of 33 undergraduate students from a public university in the Midwest completed an electronic survey assessing exercise behaviors and social influences during an average week of the semester.
Data Analysis: Descriptive statistics were used to describe the sample, exercise habits, and social influences.
Keywords: exercise, physical activity, social influences, undergraduate student, social media, environment, family
Research Question: What is the relationship between exercise and social influences in undergraduate college students during an average week?
Research Sponsor
Judith Juvancic-Heltzel
First Reader
Melissa Smith
Second Reader
Stephanie Davis-Dieringer
Honors Faculty Advisor
Melissa Smith
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Recommended Citation
Speelman, Domanick, "Social Influences on Exercise and Physical Activity" (2026). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 2088.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/2088