Impact Of Sports Participation On Life Satisfaction: Intellectual Ability As Mediators

Abstract

This study examines the impact of sports participation on life satisfaction over mediating role of intellectual ability among the college students. The sports participation is identified as potential contributor to life satisfaction, offering physical, social, and psychological benefits. However, linkages between active sports involvement and life satisfaction may be influenced by various individual attributes, notably intellectual ability that is believed to boost cognitive engagement, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. By surveying students in higher institutions, this research examines whether intellectual ability mediates relationship amid sports participation and life satisfaction providing insight into that how sports may indirectly foster sense of well-being through cognitive development. Thus, findings suggest that intellectual ability positively mediates this relationship, highlighting dual role of sports in promoting the physical health and intellectual growth. In this connection, the present study has implications for the educators and policymakers to consider integrating structured sports programs as part of holistic educational strategies aimed at enhancing the students' overall satisfaction and cognitive potential in diverse situations and settings.