The Effects of Weight-Training Exercise on Aggression Variables in Adult Male Inmates

Topic:
The article discusses the role of weight training exercises in decreasing aggressive behaviors in adult male prisoners to prove how an increase in physical exercise lowers aggression levels.
Date of Publication:
1999
Title of Article:
The Effects of Weight-Training Exercise on Aggression Variables in Adult Male Inmates
Author(s):
Mathew Wagner, Ron E. McBride, and Stephan F. Crouse
Source (what journal): SAGE Journal
Article Comprehension:
What is the topic/research:
This article examines a crucial problem related to the growing incidence of aggression and violence in American society and prisons. To find ways to mitigate the uncontrollable and ever-rising incidents of violent crimes in prison, this article analyzes the role of physical exercise, specifically weight training, in reducing the level of aggression in inmates. In this way, this article attempts to verify the role of physical exercise in reducing aggression.
How was it investigated/research approach:
This study uses a sample of 240 adult male inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to conduct a psychometric analysis of their behaviors using two psychometric instruments for the measurement of verbal aggression, frequency of hostility, and episodes of anger. The sample comprised inmates incarcerated for aggravated crimes such as murder, robbery, and others. The weight-training exercises were conducted in three units out of 61 prison units of TDCJ; 93 prisoners had some previous experience with weight training, while others were involved in such physical activity for the first time. The prisoners were selected after a