What type of self-efficacy does Jon exhibit in the gym despite high confidence in other areas?

The concept of self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task. In this case, Jon's high confidence in other areas, but low confidence in the gym indicates he experiences challenges with his belief regarding exercise and fitness performance at that particular moment or setting.

State self-efficacy relates to an individual's confidence in their abilities to perform a specific task under particular circumstances. Since Jon exhibits a lack of confidence in the gym, this is a reflection of low state self-efficacy. It is clear that although he might be generally competent in other domains (which relates to trait self-efficacy), his situation in the gym is unique and shows a temporary, context-specific belief that he cannot perform well in that specific environment.

In contrast, trait self-efficacy pertains to a more general belief in one's capabilities across various domains. Since Jon is confident in other areas, his trait self-efficacy would likely be high. Low state self-esteem does not accurately describe the situation either, because it refers to how one feels about oneself rather than specific situational beliefs about capabilities. Thus, the identification of Jon's situation as an example of low state self-efficacy aligns with the definition of