Social-Ecological Factors Predict College Students’ Physical Activities and Sedentary Behavior

Zhang, Tao; Lee, Joonyoung; Zhang, Xiaoxia; Gu, Xiangli

doi:10.3390/su141912873

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“…Thus, the regular practice of physical activity throughout life is a factor that directly influences the maintenance of an individual's physical and mental health, contributes to weight control, and improves the quality of life and well-being. It is also an effective strategy for the treatment or prevention of chronic conditions [4].…”

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Effects of Structured and Unstructured Physical Activity on Gross Motor Skills in Preschool Students to Promote Sustainability in the Physical Education Classroom

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Basic motor skills are the basis for the formation and execution of movements that will be utilized throughout an individual’s lifetime, thus promoting their involvement and continued participation in physical activity. (1) Background: This study aimed to assess the impact of a physical education program, based on a model of structured and unstructured physical activity, on the motor development of kindergarten students at a private school for girls in Con Con, Chile. (2) Methods: Thirty-four female students were divided into two groups, one participated in structured physical activity and the other in unstructured physical activity, and both groups then underwent a 12-week intervention. The Test of Gross Motor Development-2 (TGMD-2) was utilized to evaluate motor behaviors, and the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and relative frequencies. The Wilcoxon test was used to compare differences at the beginning and end of the intervention, while the Whitney–Mann U test was used to determine differences between groups. (3) Results: Statistically significant differences were observed in the overall group when comparing the start and end of the intervention for total motor development (p = 0.001), locomotion skills (p = 0.018), and object control (p = 0.001). However, no significant differences were found between the two types of intervention activities. (4) Conclusions: This study suggests that both structured and unstructured physical activity interventions enhance overall motor development, particularly in the dimensions of locomotion and object control. The results indicate that unstructured physical activity interventions may lead to better outcomes in motor development tests compared to structured interventions.

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Effects of Structured and Unstructured Physical Activity on Gross Motor Skills in Preschool Students to Promote Sustainability in the Physical Education Classroom

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“…Broadly, the investigated sample can be classified as non-active, according to the classification values for Italian for the PAQ-C questionnaire [70].…”

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“…Nevertheless, many factors should be considered for the adoption of active lifestyles. For instance, Zhang et al [70] investigated the predictive strengths of individual, social, and physical environmental factors toward different intensities of physical activity and sedentary behaviors. Results showed the variables such as self-efficacy, social support from friends, or convenience of using exercise facilities were positively correlated with vigorous physical activity.…”

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Check Your Likes but Move Your Body! How the Use of Social Media Is Influencing Pre-Teens Body and the Role of Active Lifestyles

Digennaro

Iannaccone

2023

Sustainability

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The use of social media has been increasing among pre-teens, affecting body satisfaction and leading to the development of a dualism between real and virtual identities. It is also associated with low physical activity levels. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the influence of dualism and physical activity levels on body satisfaction in male and female pre-teens. A sample of 2378 Italian pre-teens (Mage = 12.02 years, SD = 0.82) was recruited. Two anonymous and self-administered questionnaires were used to investigate social media use, the representation of the bodies through the social media, body image, and physical activity levels. Descriptive statistics were computed for all variables; Pearson’s Chi square and Cramer’s V were calculated to assess gender differences. Linear mixed models were used to explore the association between body satisfaction (dependent variable) and physical activity levels and the dualism (independent variables). It emerged that physical activity positively influences body satisfaction for both males and females; dualism negatively influences body satisfaction only for females. Therefore, it can be assumed that the engagement of pre-teens in offline activities counteracts the undesirable consequences of the beauty ideal models proposed by image-centred social media platforms.

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“…*In the contemporary landscape of higher education, the declining engagement of college students in physical activities (PAs) presents a significant challenge that necessitates immediate attention from health professionals and educators alike (Quartiroli and Maeda, 2014;Wunsch et al, 2021;Boulton et al, 2019). The escalating prevalence of physical inactivity among this demographic is not just a matter of concern but a clarion call for actionable strategies to reverse this trend (Gao, 2009;Keating et al, 2005;Brown et al, 2024;Zhang et al, 2022). Recognized as one of the six priority health risk behaviors by public health authorities, physical inactivity in college populations has reached alarming levels, with an increasing number of students succumbing to sedentary lifestyles, thereby exacerbating the risk of chronic diseases and mental health issues (Cecchini et al, 2010;Trost et al, 2002;Egli et al, 2011).…”

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Predicting physical activity engagement among college students: A logistic regression analysis of lifestyle influences

Obra,

Murcia

2024

Int. j. adv. appl. sci.

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This research aimed to create a model that could predict how likely college students are to participate in physical activities (PA) using a method called logistic regression analysis. The study collected data from 1,118 students at the largest private university in Mindanao, Philippines, through a survey called the physical activity engagement survey (PAES). An analysis of the students' backgrounds found that most of them were single, did not have jobs, were female, and did not have children. The study also looked at the students' lifestyles and found many did not have a family history of illness but did consume a lot of junk food and alcohol and did not often walk from home to school. The analysis using logistic regression found important factors that could predict if students would take part in PA. It was discovered that male students were more likely to be active than female students. Surprisingly, students studying degrees that required physical effort and those who had jobs were less likely to be active. On the other hand, students who had a strong interest in PA and knew its benefits were more likely to be active. The model was able to correctly identify whether 72.9% of the students were active or not. Additionally, it was noted that students often ate out, consuming a lot of burgers, fried foods, sweets, and sugary drinks. The study also looked at how students viewed their physical education (PE) classes, their own fitness levels, and how effective they thought their PE teachers and facilities were. Overall, students had a positive view but also pointed out some areas that could be better. This detailed analysis shows that many different factors, like background, lifestyle, and perceptions, play a role in whether college students are likely to engage in PA. The findings suggest that efforts to encourage PA among students should be tailored to address these diverse factors.

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Social-Ecological Factors Predict College Students’ Physical Activities and Sedentary Behavior

Cited by 7 publications

References 48 publications

Effects of Structured and Unstructured Physical Activity on Gross Motor Skills in Preschool Students to Promote Sustainability in the Physical Education Classroom

Effects of Structured and Unstructured Physical Activity on Gross Motor Skills in Preschool Students to Promote Sustainability in the Physical Education Classroom

Check Your Likes but Move Your Body! How the Use of Social Media Is Influencing Pre-Teens Body and the Role of Active Lifestyles

Predicting physical activity engagement among college students: A logistic regression analysis of lifestyle influences

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