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Affect-regulation theories posit that MalE functions to reduce high negative affect (NA), although support for the affect-regulation model is mixed. Previous studies have not integrated ecological momentary assessment (EMA) with accelerometry or examined the affect-regulation model in individuals with EDs who frequently engage in MalE. The objective of this study was to examine trajectories of NA and positive affect (PA) through a 7-day EMA study combined with wrist-worn accelerometry in women with EDs (\n                  <jats:italic>N<\/jats:italic>\n                  =84). Piecewise generalized mixed-effects regression models evaluated the trajectories of PA and NA in the hours leading up to and following self-reported exercise and exercise identified via accelerometry. NA was increasing before self-reported exercise, although NA did not meaningfully change relative to objectively measured exercise. 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