Sport and Quality of Life: Practices, Habits and Lifestyles

The book explores the impact of sport and physical activity on psychophysical well-being and quality of life, discussing the relationship between sports practice, enjoyment of sporting events, sport participation, and quality of life. It examines various aspects of the practice of sport from the perspective of age, life course research, physical education, government investment, sports tourism, and social networks and web apps.

Format: Hardback
Length: 253 pages
Publication date: 20 April 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book explores the profound impact of sport and physical activity on psychophysical well-being and quality of life through a multidisciplinary and multi-country lens. It delves into the intricate relationship between the commercial dimension of sport entertainment and the recreational dimension of sport practice, shedding light on how these aspects have converged in discussions about individual health, well-being, social integration, and participation. The chapters examine various facets of sport practice, both for professional and recreational purposes, from the perspectives of age, life course research, physical education in schools, government investment in sport activities across different stages of life, the burgeoning sports tourism industry, and the transformative influence of social networks and web apps on perceptions of fitness. This innovative work appeals to scholars and students in the fields of sport science, leisure studies, and well-being research, offering valuable insights into the multifaceted dimensions of sport's influence on individuals and society as a whole.

This comprehensive book explores the profound impact of sport and physical activity on psychophysical well-being and quality of life through a multidisciplinary and multi-country lens. It delves into the intricate relationship between the commercial dimension of sport entertainment and the recreational dimension of sport practice, shedding light on how these aspects have converged in discussions about individual health, well-being, social integration, and participation. The chapters examine various facets of sport practice, both for professional and recreational purposes, from the perspectives of age, life course research, physical education in schools, government investment in sport activities across different stages of life, the burgeoning sports tourism industry, and the transformative influence of social networks and web apps on perceptions of fitness. This innovative work appeals to scholars and students in the fields of sport science, leisure studies, and well-being research, offering valuable insights into the multifaceted dimensions of sport's influence on individuals and society as a whole.

Weight: 559g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030930912
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022