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Sports Participation and Happiness: Evidence from U.S. Micro Data

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  • Haifang Huang

    (University of Alberta, Department of Economics)

  • Brad Humphreys

    (University of Alberta, Department of Economics)

Abstract

We investigate the relationship between participation in physical activity and self reported happiness in the United States. IV estimates based on data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System between 2005 and 2009 and County Business Patterns indicate that individuals living in a county with greater access to sports facilities are more likely to participate in physical activity and also report higher life satisfaction. Both men and women gain happiness from participation, and men appear to benefit more from participation than women.

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  • Haifang Huang & Brad Humphreys, 2010. "Sports Participation and Happiness: Evidence from U.S. Micro Data," Working Papers 2010-09, University of Alberta, Department of Economics.
    • Handle: RePEc:ris:albaec:2010_009
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    • C39 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Multiple or Simultaneous Equation Models; Multiple Variables - - - Other
    • D60 - Microeconomics - - Welfare Economics - - - General
    • I18 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Health - - - Government Policy; Regulation; Public Health
    • L83 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Services - - - Sports; Gambling; Restaurants; Recreation; Tourism

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