Table 2

Adapted measure from the literature

Original dimensionsItemsSource
RelaxTo relax mentallyRyan and Glendon (1998) 
To get away from it all 
To relax physically 
RecognitionTo show others I can do itEwert (1985) 
To be recognized 
To be known 
ChallengeTo develop my abilitiesPomfret and Bramwell (2016) 
To increase my knowledge 
To take on new challenges 
SocialTo be with othersRyan and Glendon (1998) 
To build friendships 
To have a good time with friends 
CreativityTo foster my creativityEwert (1985) 
To thinka 
To use my imaginationPomfret and Bramwell (2016) 
ControlTo develop my decision-making skillsaEwert (1985) 
 To gain controla 
DiscoveryTo view new places and thingsRyan and Glendon (1998) 
To have an adventureEwert (1985) 
To view the scenery 
To enjoy the wildernessa 
SatisfactionI usually have fun going hikingGould et al. (2008) and Duda and Nicholls (1992) 
Hiking provides me a profound sense of gratification
I usually enjoy playing sports

Note:

aThese items were excluded in the exploratory factor analysis

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