Sua Im
Biographic Data
| ID | 4796970 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Sua Im |
| GIVEN NAMES | Sua |
| FAMILY NAME | Im |
| SIGNATURE | IM S |
| AFFILIATIONS | Yonsei University |
| VERIFIED | No |
| TOTAL WORKS | 7 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 10 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 7 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
A Phenomenological Exploration of the Intersectionality of Body Image and Identity of Female Rugby Players
Contemporary society emphasizes masculine norms in sports, contradicting ideals of femininity and hindering women’s participation in contact sports such as rugby. In addition to underrepresentation of female athletes, social risks associated with appearing masculine create conflicts for female athletes who find themselves navigating between the world of sports and the broader context of society where they must confront the ongoing tension in body…
An Exploratory Study of Silver Taekwondo as Serious Leisure and Successful Aging
This study explored older adults' successful aging experiences through Taekwondo through a phenomenological design in which semi-structured interviews were used. The participants were recruited from a local senior center in the midwestern part of Korea using purposeful sampling. Three themes and nine sub-themes emerged from the findings. The first and second themes are related to Stebbins' (Citation1992) serious leisure theory and the third theme…
Injury risk and epidemiology of pickleball players in South Korea
Background Pickleball is rapidly growing in popularity, yet limited research exists regarding injury epidemiology and associated risk factors, particularly in South Korea. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, characteristics, and predictors of injuries among recreational pickleball players. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted during the 1st HEAD Korea Open Pickleball Championship in 2024, with 232 participants (mean age 50.5…
Redefining gender norms through serious leisure
Navigating Societal Stressors Through Yoga in Korea
At this age, I can do anything”
Midlife is often a significant period as individuals experience changes in various dimensions of life. During this phase, women experience a multitude of biological adaptations and social transitions that negatively influence psychosocial outcomes which may be mediated through participation in meaningful recreational activities. Leisure-time physical activities have been positively associated with psychological health, social interactions, and pe…
Body positivity through creative immersion
Perceptions of body image are shaped by sociocultural influences and have been extensively examined in relation to physical and psychological health outcomes. Our study explores concepts of body image manifested through experiences of "flow" among women in South Korea who participate in pole dancing as a recreational physical activity. A qualitative research design incorporating the hermeneutic phenomenological approach revealed that pole dancing…
Redefining gender norms through serious leisure
At this age, I can do anything”
Midlife is often a significant period as individuals experience changes in various dimensions of life. During this phase, women experience a multitude of biological adaptations and social transitions that negatively influence psychosocial outcomes which may be mediated through participation in meaningful recreational activities. Leisure-time physical activities have been positively associated with psychological health, social interactions, and pe…
A Phenomenological Exploration of the Intersectionality of Body Image and Identity of Female Rugby Players
Contemporary society emphasizes masculine norms in sports, contradicting ideals of femininity and hindering women’s participation in contact sports such as rugby. In addition to underrepresentation of female athletes, social risks associated with appearing masculine create conflicts for female athletes who find themselves navigating between the world of sports and the broader context of society where they must confront the ongoing tension in body…
Navigating Societal Stressors Through Yoga in Korea
Body positivity through creative immersion
Perceptions of body image are shaped by sociocultural influences and have been extensively examined in relation to physical and psychological health outcomes. Our study explores concepts of body image manifested through experiences of "flow" among women in South Korea who participate in pole dancing as a recreational physical activity. A qualitative research design incorporating the hermeneutic phenomenological approach revealed that pole dancing…
At this age, I can do anything”
Midlife is often a significant period as individuals experience changes in various dimensions of life. During this phase, women experience a multitude of biological adaptations and social transitions that negatively influence psychosocial outcomes which may be mediated through participation in meaningful recreational activities. Leisure-time physical activities have been positively associated with psychological health, social interactions, and pe…
Navigating Societal Stressors Through Yoga in Korea
Injury risk and epidemiology of pickleball players in South Korea
Background Pickleball is rapidly growing in popularity, yet limited research exists regarding injury epidemiology and associated risk factors, particularly in South Korea. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, characteristics, and predictors of injuries among recreational pickleball players. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted during the 1st HEAD Korea Open Pickleball Championship in 2024, with 232 participants (mean age 50.5…
Redefining gender norms through serious leisure
A Phenomenological Exploration of the Intersectionality of Body Image and Identity of Female Rugby Players
Contemporary society emphasizes masculine norms in sports, contradicting ideals of femininity and hindering women’s participation in contact sports such as rugby. In addition to underrepresentation of female athletes, social risks associated with appearing masculine create conflicts for female athletes who find themselves navigating between the world of sports and the broader context of society where they must confront the ongoing tension in body…
An Exploratory Study of Silver Taekwondo as Serious Leisure and Successful Aging
This study explored older adults' successful aging experiences through Taekwondo through a phenomenological design in which semi-structured interviews were used. The participants were recruited from a local senior center in the midwestern part of Korea using purposeful sampling. Three themes and nine sub-themes emerged from the findings. The first and second themes are related to Stebbins' (Citation1992) serious leisure theory and the third theme…
Psychology (6 works) · Sociology (5 works) · Medicine (4 works) · Qualitative research (3 works) · Recreation, Leisure, Wilderness Management (3 works) · Social Psychology (3 works) · Social Psychology (3 works) · Context (archaeology (2 works) · Developmental psychology (2 works) · Diversity and Impact of Dance (2 works)