Table 1 Eigenvalues and eigenvectors of the correlation matrix for 15 measurements of percentages of the reasons for exercising in 27 European countries and one average country
From: Graphical study of reasons for engagement in physical activity in European Union
Reasons for exercising | First | Second |
|---|---|---|
Eigenvalue | 8,45112 | 1,23908 |
Variance that it account | 60.365 | 8,851 |
Improve health | 0.225355 | −0.388504 |
Improve fitness | 0.26383 | −0.30367 |
Relax | 0.217934 | 0.0302201 |
Have fun | 0.195627 | −0.110219 |
Improve physical appearance | 0.222883 | −0.094510 |
Improve physical performance | 0.220278 | −0.24821 |
Control weight | 0.284559 | −0.192121 |
Be with friends | 0.280888 | 0.119302 |
Counteract the effects of ageing | 0.262984 | −0.045768 |
Improve self-esteem | 0.303271 | 0.0434798 |
Develop new skills | 0.296846 | 0.0935058 |
Spirit of competition | 0.308349 | 0.0666423 |
Make new acquaintances | 0.313184 | 0.202801 |
Better integrate into society | 0.12407 | 0.693219 |
Meet people from other cultures | 0.279221 | 0.288538 |