鍾伯光

職位Associate Dean (Development), Faculty of Social Sciences; Professor; Coordinator of Research Post-graduate Program
辦公室AAB 937, Academic and Administration Building, Baptist University Road Campus, HKBU
電話號碼3411 7728 (office)
傳真號碼3411 5757 (office)
電郵地址pkchung@hkbu.edu.hk

Brief SummaryProf. Chung Pak-Kwong is the Associate Dean (Development) of the Faculty of Social Sciences and professor of the Department of Sport and Physical Education, Hong Kong Baptist University. Prof. Chung has strong interest in conducting research in environmental, social, physical, and psychological factors of active aging, with a particular focus on older adults’ functional fitness and health behaviors (e.g., walking, exercise, and physical activity). He is also interested in conducting research in Physical Education of primary and middle school students relating to Self-determination Theory. Prof. Chung has secured five major research grants as PI and Co-PI from the government, which include three GRF, one RIF, and one PPR. Prof. Chung is also providing professional services in the following capacities: Member of Grant Review Board, Health and Medical Research Fund (HMRF), Food and Health Bureau, Government of HKSAR; Member of Curriculum Development Council on Physical Education, Curriculum Development Council, Government of the HKSAR; Member of Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Subject Committees (Physical Education); Chairman, Executive Committee, Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China; Vice-President, Hong Kong Wushu Union, Trustee Member, Hong Kong Tennis Foundation; and External Examiner of the Coach Education Program of Hong Kong Sports Institute.

Academic QualificationDoctor of Physical Education, Major in Sports Psychology and Physical Fitness, Springfield College, MA, U.S.A.
Master of Physical Education, Major in Teaching and Administration, Springfield College, MA, U.S.A.
Bachelor of Physical Education, Major in Physical Education,National Taiwan Normal University, Taiwan (Distinction)

Working ExperienceHead, Department of Sport and Physical Education, Hong Kong Baptist University(9/2007 to 8/2013; 9/2015 to 8/2018)




Chief Executive, Hong Kong Sports Institute (4/2005 to 8/2007)
Acting Chief Executive, Hong Kong Sports Institute (10/2004 to 3/2005)
Acting Chief Director, the then Hong Kong Sports Development Board (HKSDB) 7/2004 to 9/2004
Director, Elite Training and Sports Development, the then Hong Kong Sports Development Board (HKSDB) 7/1998 to 6/2004

Research FocusActive Aging
Exercise Physiology
Health Fitness
Sport and Exercise Psychology

Teaching (Recent 5 years)Facility Management
Principles and Practice of Resistance Training
Health Education
Leadership and Communication
Supervision of PhD students: Seven graduated and two are on-going.

Research / Publications (Recent 5 years)Peer-Reviewed Publications
Leung, K.-M.; Ou, K.-L.; Chung, P.-K.; Thøgersen-Ntoumani, C. Older Adults’ Perceptions toward Walking: A Qualitative Study Using a Social-Ecological Model. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2021, 18, 7686. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18147686
Wong, M. Y. C., Chung, P. K. *, Ou, K., & Leung, K. M. (2021). Perception of Hong Kong Teenagers and Young Adults on Esports Participation: A Qualitative Study using Theory of Planned Behavior. Frontiers in Psychology, 12.
Chung, P. K.*, Zhang, C. Q., Zhao, Y., Wong, M. Y. C., & Hu, C. (2021). Effectiveness of resistance training on resilience in Hong Kong Chinese older adults: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. BMC Geriatrics, 21:250, https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02197-8
Wong, M. Y. C., Chung, P. K., & Leung, K. M. (2021). Examining the Exercise and Self-Esteem Model Revised with Self-Compassion among Hong Kong Secondary School Students Using Structural Equation Modeling. International journal of environmental research and public health, 18, 3661, https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18073661
Bu, D., Chung, P. K.*, Zhang, C. Q., & Liu, J. D. (2020). The Effect of Mindfulness Training on Mental Health in Chinese Elite Badminton Players: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Chin J Sports Med, 39 (12), 944-952. DOI:10.16038/j.1000-6710.2020.12.005
Zhang, C. Q., Chung, P. K., Cheng, S. S., Yeung, V. W. C., Zhang, R., Liu, S., & Rhodes, R. E. (2020). An Update on Physical Activity Research among Children in Hong Kong: A Scoping Review.International journal of environmental research and public health,17(22), 8521.
Wong, M. Y. C., Chung, P. K., & Leung, K. M. (2020). The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Self-Compassion: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Mindfulness, https://doi.org/10.1007/s12671-020-01513-4.
Bu, D., Chung, P. K.*, Zhang, C. Q., Liu, J. D., & Wang, X. (2020). Mental Health Literacy Intervention on Help-Seeking in Athletes: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17, 7263. doi:10.3390/ijerph17197263.
Hu, C., Chung, P. K., Zhang, C. Q., Gan, Y., Hu, R. (2020). Understanding of Resilience of Older Adults in Hong Kong: A Qualitative Investigation. Gerontology & Geriatric Medicine, 6: 1–8. DOI: 10.1177/2333721420966904.
Chung, P. K., Zhong, T., Liu, J. D., Zhang, C. Q., & Wong, M. Y. C. (2020). Development and initial validation of the Psychological Need Frustration Scale for Physical Activity. PeerJ, 8, e9210.
Wong, M. Y. C., Chung, P. K., & Leung, K. M. (2020). Speed of Processing and Personality: The Influence of Personality and Extrinsic Feedback on the Performance of Cognitive Tasks. Behavioral Sciences, 10(4), 76.
Leung, K. M., Chung, P. K., Chan, W.K., Ransdell, L., Siu, M. F., Sun, P., Yang, J., & Chen, T. C. (2020). Promoting healthy ageing through light volleyball intervention in Hong Kong: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 12(1). Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-019-0151-7 (28-1-20).
Leung, K. M., Chung, P. K. (2020). Associations Between Social and Physical Environments and Older Adults’ Walking for Transportation and Recreation. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 28(1), 24-33. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2018-0144
Leung, K. M.,Chung, P. K., & Hagger, M. S. (2020). The effects of light volleyball intervention programme in improving selected physical and psychological attributes of older adults in Hong Kong,International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 18:1, 1-12, DOI: 10.1080/1612197X.2018.1462231.
Zhang, C. Q.,Chung, P. K., Zhang, R., & Schüz, B. (2019). Socioeconomic Inequalities in Older Adults’ Health: The Roles of Neighborhood and Individual-Level Psychosocial and Behavioral Resources,Frontiers in Public Health, 7, 1-4. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2019.00318.
Zhang, C.-Q.,Chung, P.-K., Liu, J.-D., Chan, D.K.C., Hagger, M. S., & Hamilton, K. (2019). Health beliefs of wearing facemasks for Influenza A/H1N1 prevention: A qualitative investigation of Hong Kong older adults.Asia Pacific Journal of Public Health, 31, 246-256. doi: 10.1177/1082.
Liu, J. D., Quach, B., &Chung, P. K.(2019). Further understanding of the Senior Fitness Test: Evidence from community-dwelling high function older adults in Hong Kong.Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, 82, 286-292. Doi: 10.1016/j.archger.2019.02.011.
Bu, D. R., Liu, J. D., Zhang, C. Q., Si, G., &Chung P. K.(2019). Mindfulness training improves relaxation and attention in elite shooting athletes: A single-case study. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 50(1), 4-25. doi: 10.7352/IJSP 2019.50.004.
Zhang, C. Q., Leeming, E., Smith, P.,Chung, P. K.*, Hagger, M. S., & Hayes, S. C. (2018). Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for health behavior change: A contextually-driven approach.Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 2350. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.02350. (* co-corresponding author of this paper).
Liu, J. D., &Chung, P. K. (2018). Motivational Profiles in Physical Education: Evidence from Secondary School Students in Hong Kong.Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 37(2), 86-196.
Zhang, C-Q., Zhang, R.,Chung, P-K., Duan, Y., Lau, T-F, Chan, D.K, Hagger, M. S. (2018). Promoting influenza prevention for elderly people in Hong Kong using Health Action Process Approach: Study protocol.BMC Public Health, 18:1230. doi: 10.1186/s12889-018-6146-6.
Leung, K.M.,Chung, P. K, Wang, D., & Liu, J. D. (2018). Impact of physical and social environments on the walking behavior of Hong Kong’s older adults.Journal of Transport and Health, 9. 299-308.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jth.2018.03.002.
Leung, K.M.,Chung, P. K., Yuen T. L, Liu J. d., & Wang D. (2018). Psychometric Properties of the Modified Social Environment Questionnaire in Chinese Older Adults.Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 26(4):530-536. doi: 10.1123/japa.2017-0044
Chung, P. K., & Leung, K. M. (2018). Psychometric Properties of 8-item Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale in Chinese Population.Journal of Aging and Physical Activity. doi: 10.1123/japa.2017-0212.
Leung, K.M.,Chung, P. K,& Hagger, M. S. (2018). The effects of light volleyball intervention program in improving selected physical and psychological attributes of older adults in Hong Kong.International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology. doi: 10.1123/japa.2017-0212.
Zhao, Y., &Chung, P. K.(2017). Neighborhood Environment Walkability and Health-Related Quality of Life among Older Adults in Hong Kong.Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, 73, 182-186.
Zhao, Y.,Chung, P. K., & Tong, T. K. (2017). Effectiveness of a Balance-Focused Exercise Program for Enhancing Functional Fitness of Older Adults at Risk of Falling: A Randomised Controlled Trial.Geriatric Nursing, 38, 491-497.
Liu, J. D, Bartholomew, K., &Chung, P. K.(2017). Perceptions of teachers’ interpersonal styles and well-being and ill-being in secondary school physical education students: The role of need satisfaction and need frustration.School Mental Health, 9, 360-371.
Liu, J. D., &Chung, P. K.(2017). Factor Structure and Measurement Invariance of the Need-Supportive Teaching Style Scale for Physical Education.Perceptual and Motor Skills, 124 (4), 864-879.
Chung, P. K.,Zhao, Y. N.,Liu, J. D., & Quach, B. (2017).A canonical correlation analysis of functional fitness and quality of life in older population.Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, 68, 44-48. doi: 10.1016/j.archger.2016.08.007
Chung, P.-K., Zhang, C.-Q., Liu, J.-D., Chan, D. K. C., Si, G., & Hagger, M. (2017). The process by which perceived autonomy support predicts motivation, intention, and behavior for seasonal influenza prevention in Hong Kong older adults.BMC Public Health, 18:65.
Liu, J. D., &Chung, P. K.(2017). Factor Structure and Measurement Invariance of the Need-Supportive Teaching Style Scale for Physical Education. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 124 (4), 864-879.
Liu, J. D., Bartholomew, K., &Chung, P. K.(2017). Perceptions of teachers’ interpersonal styles and well-being and ill-being in secondary school physical education students: The role of need satisfaction and need frustration.School Mental Health, 9, 360-371.
Liu, J. D., &Chung, P. K. (2016). Students’ perceived autonomy support and psychological needs satisfaction in physical education and exercise intrinsic motivation.Journal of Sport Behavior,4, 409-425.
Zhang, C.-Q., Si, G.,Chung, P.-K., & Bu, D. (2017). A three-stage adversity coping model for Chinese athletes.Journal of Sport Psychology in Action, 8, 87-95. doi: 10.1080/21520704.2017.1287143
Zhang, C.-Q.,Chung, P.-K., & Si, G. (2017). Assessing acceptance in mindfulness with direct-worded items: The development and initial validation of the Athlete Mindfulness Questionnaire.Journal of Sport and Health Science, 6, 311-320. doi:10.1016/j.jshs.2015.09.010
Zhao, Y., &Chung, P. K.(2017). Neighborhood environment walkability and health-related quality of life among older adults in Hong Kong.Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics,73, 182-186.
Zhao, Y.,Chung, P. K., & Tong, T. K. (2017). Effectiveness of a balance-focused exercise program for enhancing functional fitness of older adults at risk of falling: A randomised controlled trial.Geriatric Nursing, 38, 491-497.
Zhao, Y. N.,Chung, P. K., & Tong, T. K. (2016). Effectivenessof acommunity-basedexercise program on balance performance and fear of fallingin oldernonfallers at risk of falling: a randomized, controlled study.Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 24, 516-524.
Chung, P. K., Zhao, Y. N., Liu, J. D., & Quach, B. (2016). Functional Fitness Norms for Community-dwelling Older Adults in Hong Kong.Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, 65, 54-62.
Chung, P.-K., Zhang, C.-Q., Si, G., & Liu, J. D. (2016). Examination of construct validity of the Chinese short-form Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire in university students and elite athletes.Chinese Journal of Sports Medicine(in Chinese), 35(1), 53-62.
Duan, Y.P., Lippke, S., Zhang, R., Brehm, W., &Chung, P.K.(2016). Testing the Validity of a Stage Assessment on Health Enhancing Physical Activity in a Chinese University Student Sample.BMC Public Health. 16: e260.
Leung, K.M., Ransdell, R., Gao, Y., Shiman, J., Lucas, S., &Chung, P. K.(2016). A Regression Model to Examine Predictors of Physical Activity on College Campuses.California Journal of Health Promotion,14(1), 44-56.
Zhang, C.-Q., Si, G.,Chung, P.-K., & Gucciardi, D. F. (2016). Mindfulness and burnout in elite junior athletes: The mediating role of experiential avoidance.Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 26, 437-451. doi: 10.1080/10413200.2016.1162223
Leung, K.M.,Chung, P. K., Ransdell, R., & Gao, Y. (2016). Evaluation of the psychometric properties of the parents’ proxy MPAQ-C in Chinese population.Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science,20(2), 112-120. doi: 10.1080/1091367X.2016.1146144
Leung, K.M.,Chung, P. K., & Kim, S. (2017). Parental support of children physical activity.European Physical Education Review, 23(2), 141–156. doi:10.1177/1356336X16645235
Sum, R. K. W., Ha, A. S. C., Cheng, C. F.,Chung, P. K., Yiu, K. T. C., Kuo, C. C., et al. (2016). Construction and Validation of a Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument for Physical Education Teachers.PLoS ONE11(5): e0155610. doi:10.1371/journal.pnoe.0155610
Zhang, C.-Q.,Chung, P.-K., Si, G., & Gucciardi, D. F. (2016). Measuring decentering as a unidimensional construct: The development and initial validation of the Decentering Scale for Sport.Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 24, 147-158. doi:10.1016/j.
Zhao, Y. N. &Chung, P. K.(2016). Differences of functional fitness between older adults with and without risk of falls.Asian Nursing Research, 10(1), 51-55.
Duan, Y.P., Brehm, W., Wagner, P.,Chung, P.K., Graf, S., Zhang, R., & Si, G.Y. (2015). Transition to Adulthood: Relationships among Psychosocial Correlates, Stages of Change for Physical Activity and Health Outcomes in a Cross-cultural Sample. Journal of Physical Activity and Health. 12(11):1461-1468.
Liu, J. D., &Chung, P. K.(2015). Development and Initial Validation of the Chinese Version of Psychological Needs Thwarting Scale in Physical Education. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education,34, 402-423. doi: 10.1123/jtpe.2014-0053.
Liu, J. D.,Chung, P. K., Zhang, C. Q., & Si, G. Y. (2015). Chinese-translated Behavioral Regulation in Exercise Questionnaire-2: Evidence from University Students in Mainland and Hong Kong of China.Journal of Sport and Health Science,4, 228-234. doi:10.1016/j.jshs.2014.03.017
Zhao, Y., &Chung, P. K.(2015). A preliminary design for a community-based exercise program for balance improvement and fall prevention.International Journal of Sports and Physical Education,1(2), 5-14.
Chung, P.K., Zhang, C. Q., & Liu, J. D. (2015). Mindfulness and Subjective Well-being in Athletes: Examining the Role of Cognitive Reappraisal as a Mediator.Chinese Journal of Sports Medicine, 34(5), 475-497. (in Chinese)
Zhang, C. Q.,Chung, P. K., Si, G., Du, M., & Liu, J. D. (2014). Tests of Reliability and Validity of the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ) in Chinese Athletes and Students.Chinese Journal of Sports Medicine, 33(9), 907-913. (in Chinese)
Liu, J.D.,Chung, P.K., & Chen, W.P. (2014). Leisure Constraints of Recreational Sport Participation: Measurement Invariance and Latent Mean Differences Across Sex and Physical Activity Status.Perceptual and Motor Skills, 119, 363-376.
Chung, P.-K., Liu, J. D., & Zhang, C.-Q. (2014). Verifying the Psychometric Properties of the Chinese Version Perceive Locus of Causality Scale for Chinese Secondary School Students in Hong Kong.Chinese Journal of Sports Medicine, 33(7), 713-720. (in Chinese)
Chung, P. K., & Leung, K. M. (2014). A Concern about Hong Kong Adolescent’s Health and Sport Participation Induced by the World Cup.Journal of Youth Studies,17(2), 75-82. (in Chinese)
Chung, P. K., Mui, R, Zhao, Y.N., & Liu, J. D. (2014). Training Effects of Water Tai Chi on Health Indicators among Chinese Older Females in Hong Kong.International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health,1(2): 20-24.
Chung, P. K., & Zhang, C. Q. (2014). Psychometric Validation of the Toronto Mindfulness Scale – Trait Version in Chinese College Students.Europe’s journal of Psychology,10(4), 726-739, doi: 10.5964/ejop.v10i4.776.
Zhang, C.-Q.,Chung, P.-K., Si, G., & Liu, J. D. (2014). Psychometric properties of the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire–II for Chinese college students and elite Chinese athletes.Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development, 47, 256-270.doi: 10.11177/8064
Zhang, C.-Q., Si, G.,Chung, P.-K., Du, M., & Terry, P. C. (2014). Psychometric properties of the Brunel Mood Scale in Chinese adolescents and adults.Journal of Sports Sciences,15, 1465-1476.doi: 10.1080/02640414.2014.898184
Liu, J. D., &Chung, P. K.(2014). Development and Initial Validation of the Psychological Needs Satisfaction Scale in Physical Education.Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science,18, 2, 101-122.

Research Grants Received with the Role of Principal Investigator (Recent 5 years)External Grants
A. From the Government’s RGC-(GRF)
Research Impact Fund (RIF) (Co-PI; $13,528,571) (1 January 2021 to 31 December 2025)
Title: Combating physical inactivity pandemic by promoting physical fitness education and physical activity-embedded curriculum in kindergartens
GRF (Principal Investigator (HK$612,770) (1 January 2020 to 31 December 2022)
Title: Effectiveness of Resistance Training on Resilience in Hong Kong Chinese Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PPR (Principal Investigator; HK$573,673) (1 December 2019 to 30 November 2020)
Title: A study of development of Esports in Hong Kong
RIF (Co-PI; $7,400,556) (1/1/19 to 30/6/23)
Title: Promoting healthy ageing through light volleyball (LVB) promotion in Hong Kong and Mainland China
GRF (Principal Investigator (HK$791,820) (1 January 2017 to 31 December 2018)
Title: Residential Environment and Walking Behavior in Hong Kong Older Adults – A multi-level longitudinal study
GRF (Principal Investigator (HK$348,960) (1 September 2014 to 31 August 2016)
Title: Teachers’ Need-Supportive Behaviors and Students’ Physical Activity in Secondary School Physical Education Classes: An Observational Study

B. From Hong Kong Jockey Club via Physical Fitness of Hong Kong
JC-PFA (PI) (HK$2,300,000) (December 2019 to May 2023)
Title: Research and Evaluation of “Home-School Physical Fitness and Health Programme for Kindergarten Children” Programme by Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China, funded by HKJC
Internal Grants
C. From Faculty Research Grant (FRG) of Hong Kong Baptist University
IRCMS/19-20/H01 (Co-I) (HK$1,500,000) (May 2020 to April 2022)
Title: Laser Oximetry – Towards Real Time Personal Health Monitoring
FRG-II: (PI: Approved with $HKD99,950 (1 March 2018 to 28 February 2019)
Title: Physical Activity and Mental Health in Older Adults: A Systematic-review and Meta-analysis
FRG (PI) (Principal Investigator) (HK$50,000) (1 September 2017 to 31 August 2018)
Title: The Psychological Need Frustration Scale in Physical Activity Context: Development and Initial Validation
FRG (PI) (Principal Investigator) (HK$49,900) (1 September 2014 to 31 August 2015)
Title: Ego-Depletion, Motivation, and Intention of the Prevention of Seasonal Influenza among Hong Kong Elderly People: A Randomized Controlled Trial
FRG (PI) (Principal Investigator) (HK$100,000) (1 March 2014 to 28 February 2015)
Title: Development of functional fitness norms for nonfrail older adults in Hong Kong





Professional/Community Services (On-going/Recent 2 years)Chairman, Executive Committee, Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China
Vice-President, Hong Kong Wushu Union
Trustee Member, Hong Kong Tennis Foundation
Member of Grant Review Board, Health and Medical Research Fund (HMRF). Food and Health Bureau, Government Secretariat, the Government of HKSAR
Member of Curriculum Development Council on Physical Education, Curriculum Development Council, Government of the HKSAR
Member of Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Subject Committees (Physical Education)
Member of International Organizing Committee. The World Confederation for Physical Therapy –Asia Western Pacific (WCPT-AWP) Regional Congress
Member, External Expert Review Panel (EERP), Education University of Hong Kong
Member, Management Committee of TWGHs Support Scheme for Elite Sport and Arts Studies
External Reviewer, the Certificate in Advanced Sports Coaching Theory, Hong Kong Sports Institute
External Reviewer, the Foundation Certificate in Sports Coaching Theory, Hong Kong Sports Institute
Member, Asian Academy for Sports and Fitness Professionals (AASFP) Advisory Board Vice-President, Hong Kong Wushu Union
Member, Incorporated Management Committee of Lam Tai Fai College