PILOT STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF EXERCISE ATTITUDES AND MENTAL HEALTH: A CORRELATIONAL STUDY

Attitudes to exercise also contribute importantly to outcomes of mental health, affecting the level of stress, anxiety, and overall psychological state. The present study aims to investigate attitudes towards exercise in relation to mental health and notes how positive attitudes lead to positive psychological states and how negative attitudes correlate with extreme levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Analysis of data indicates that those who like exercise and find it helpful are more likely to engage in regular physical activity, which results in better mental health. Those with negative attitudes, however, report lower levels of participation and higher rates of mental health issues. The results highlight the significance of intrinsic motivation, self-efficacy, and demographic variables in influencing exercise behaviors. The research determines that exercise attitudes can be strengthened by cognitive-behavioral interventions (CBIs) and public health strategies, which have the ability to improve mental health outcomes and optimize long-term well-being.