The Effects of Grit of College Athletes on Exercise Continuation Intention and Perceived Performance

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of grit of college athletes on exercise continuation intention and perceived athletic performance. A survey was conducted on a total of 340 college athletes located in the metropolitan area from May to June 2024, and 318 valid samples were ultimately analyzed. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS29.0, including frequency analysis, exploratory factor analysis, reliability analysis, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis. According to the results of the study, first, college athletes' grit had a positive effect on exercise continuation intention. Second, college athletes' grit had a positive effect on perceived athletic performance. Third, exercise continuation intention had a partial positive effect on perceived athletic performance. The results of this study will be used as basic data to support the sustainable growth of college athletes by identifying the relationship between college athletes' grit and exercise continuation intention and perceived athletic performance.