Recently, technology has been suggested as an effective tool during COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, this study examines the physical training fitness activities using electronic simulation games on fostering psychological health among university students during COVID-19 pandemic. A quasi-experimental pre-post-test design was employed. Students were divided into two groups, one experimental and the other controlled. The research community included female students at the preparatory year and supporting studies deanship at Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University in Saudi Arabia. The data were collected from a sample of 24 female students during the first semester of the academic year (2020)(2021). The results revealed that the experimental group attained higher mean scores than students in control group in the study variables. The result of this study evidenced that game simulation devices promote positive psychological health among students. The study concluded that technology devices can be used for exercises and can be very effective in the teaching and learning process of physical education courses.

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BACKGROUND: The impact of Coronavirus Disease-19 on peoples’ life has become evident. Recently, sport activities are important in improving individual health and their well-being. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of using mobile phone fitness applications on some characteristics of physical fitness and psychological well-being of female university students. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A descriptive study design was implemented using a survey which was adapted to collect data from a sample of 50 female participants within the age of 18 to 19 years. As for the results, the participants indicated that they used physical fitness application by smart phone regularly during COVID-19. RESULTS: The results also illustrate that there was a significant difference on the study variables based on the study groups and test time. The study results extend literature concerning sport activities participation and promoting positive well-being during COVID-19 pandemic. CONCLUSION: The study indicated a significant difference of the application on physical fitness and psychological well-being among the participants. Based on the results, the study recommended to organize several sport activities among students and encourage them to use smart phones for positive purposes. Finally, practical implications are outlined.

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