Abstract
This study provided quantative correlational review of the relationship between physical
activity, psychological well being and self perception. A total of (n = 65) participants took
part in this study ranging between 18 and 40 years of age. Demographic details were also
reviewed in relation to the three variables. Measurements for the study included the Habitual
Physical Activity Questionnaire, the Psychological General Well Being Index and the Body
Esteem Scale. Results indicated a positive non significant relationship between physical
activity and psychological well being (r = .11), a significant correlation relationship between
physical activity and self perception (r = .018). No significant relationship was found
between physical activity scores and a specific gender, and no significant difference was
observed between self perception scores and gender. Author keywords: Physical exercise, psychological wellbeing, sport, self perception, mental health, physical activity, physical self perception
