Green exercise, nature connectedness, and academic burnout: a psychological study based on Chinese university students

The findings indicate that green exercise is a robust protective factor against academic burnout, operating both directly and indirectly through enhanced nature connectedness. Framed within Conservation of Resources theory and stress coping perspectives, these results suggest that outdoor physical activity and a strong sense of connection to nature function as interrelated resources that reduce strain, support resilience, and promote student well-being in higher education contexts.