The Effect of Home-based Physical Activity on Mood State during the
COVID-19 Epidemic: The Mediating Role of Boredom
Abstract
Objective: To analyze the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic on
residents, and investigate the relationship between home-based physical
activity, boredom and mood state. Method: A sample survey of
501 residents completed the Physical Activity Rating Scale-3, the
Multidimensional State Boring Scale and Profile of Mood States.
Results: ① In this epidemic, residents showed boredom and mood
disturbance. In less severe areas, residents’ negative psychological
experiences are more severe than those in more severe areas. ②
Home-based physical activity was negatively correlated with boredom and
mood disturbance, and boredom is positively correlated with mood
disturbance. ③ Boredom mediated the relation between home-based physical
activity and mood disturbance. Conclusion: The COVID-19
epidemic has caused residents to experience more boredom and mood
disturbance; home physical exercise can not only improve emotional state
directly, but also improve emotional state through boredom.