Limited research has been undertaken into influences on body image in sporting environments. This study investigates the relationship between social physique anxiety (SPA), body image, and sporting participation. Participants (n = 93) were recruited from an Australian university and sporting clubs, and completed a self-report questionnaire. Results revealed that females (n = 66) were higher in SPA, appearance orientation, health orientation, and weight preoccupation than males (n = 27). Participants who were higher on sporting confidence had lower appearance orientation and body dissatisfaction, and higher appearance evaluation. Results are discussed with regard to the conflicting research in the area.

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社会体质焦虑：对运动信心和参与影响的探索

在运动环境中对身体形象的影响进行了有限的研究。本研究调查了社交体质焦虑 (SPA)、身体形象和运动参与之间的关系。参与者（n = 93）是从澳大利亚大学和体育俱乐部招募的，并完成了自我报告问卷。结果显示，与男性（n = 27）相比，女性（n = 66）在SPA、外貌取向、健康取向和体重关注方面更高。运动自信心较高的参与者对外表取向和身体不满程度较低，对外表的评价较高。结果就该领域相互矛盾的研究进行了讨论。