New thoughts in Educational Sports

New thoughts in Educational Sports

Modeling the causal relationship of serious leisure with perceived well-being of recreational cyclists: the moderated mediating role

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
1 Assistant Professor, Faculty of Tourism, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
2 Associate Professor, Faculty of Sports Sciences and Health, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
3 Master's degree, Faculty of Tourism, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
10.22034/ntes.2025.516199.1032
Abstract
The aim of this study was to model the causal relationship between serious leisure and perceived well-being of recreational cyclists, considering the moderated mediating role. This research is descriptive-correlational in nature and applied in purpose, conducted using a field method.The statistical population included recreational cyclists in Tehran who engage in cycling at least once a week during suitable seasons. Given the lack of precise statistical data, the population was considered unlimited, and based on Morgan's table, a minimum of 384 questionnaires were distributed using a convenience sampling method. The research instrument was a questionnaire, and data analysis was performed using structural equation modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS 3 software. The findings indicated that all direct effects were positive and significant. Additionally, it was revealed that satisfaction with leisure activities plays a positive and significant mediating role in the relationship between serious leisure and perceived well-being among recreational cyclists.The results suggest that balancing serious leisure and perceived well-being is a critical factor in enhancing satisfaction with leisure activities. Higher levels of commitment and motivation toward a specific activity lead to greater satisfaction and a more positive impact on perceived well-being.These findings underscore the importance of designing targeted leisure programs to promote well-being.
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Volume 2, Issue 1
Spring 2025

  • Receive Date 12 April 2025
  • Revise Date 22 May 2025
  • Accept Date 27 May 2025
  • First Publish Date 21 June 2025
  • Publish Date 21 June 2025