Health-related Physical Fitness Level According To AAHPERD In Adolescents

2005 ◽  
Vol 37 (Supplement) ◽  
pp. S21-S22
Author(s):  
Irem Duzgun ◽  
Y. Gul Baltaci
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Health Related

scholarly journals Nível de aptidão física de escolares do município de Mafra, SC / Physical fitness level in students in the city of Mafra, SC

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 62-73
Author(s):  
Jessica Fernanda Liz de Souza ◽  
Daniel Rogério Petreça ◽  
Ademir Flores
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Cardiovascular Endurance ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Endurance Tests ◽  
High Risk Situation ◽  
The City

Este estudo tem como objetivo analisar os níveis de aptidão física relacionadas a saúde de escolares 5º ao 9º ano de duas escolas do município de Mafra. Esse manuscrito apresenta dados preliminares do projeto intitulado “Análise de Saúde do Escolar de Mafra” (ASESC). Para tanto, duas escolas da Rede Municipal de Ensino foram contempladas em uma população de 900 indivíduos obtendo uma amostra final de 255 escolares. Foram medidos e avaliados dados antropométricos de massa corporal, estatura, perímetro de cintura, dobras cutâneas de tríceps e panturrilha obtendo o índice de massa corporal (IMC) e o percentual de gordura.  Para os testes de aptidão física (flexibilidade, capacidade cardiorrespiratória e força) foram utilizados os propostos da Bateria de Testes do Projeto Esporte Brasil (teste de corrida e caminha dos 6 minutos; teste de sentar e alcançar; número de abdominais em 1 minuto). A amostra obteve uma média de idade de 12,6 (DP=1,24) anos sendo 48,6% (n=124) meninos e 51,4% (n=131) meninas. Dados de IMC revelaram que 27,5% estavam acima do peso. No perímetro de cintura 16,5% estavam em situação de risco e 45,4% encontravam-se com percentual de gordura acima do recomendado. O teste de flexibilidade revelou que 20,4% estavam em situação de risco e no teste de resistência de força 32,9%. No teste de aptidão cardiorrespiratória 35% foram avaliados abaixo do recomendado. Os dados revelam distúrbios da composição corporal e uma prevalência significativa de escolares com aptidão física relacionada à saúde abaixo do recomendado refletindo a necessidade de intervenções em saúde.ABSTRACTThis study aimed to evaluate the levels of health related physical fitness in students from 5th to 9th grade from two public schools in the city of Mafra. This manuscript introduces preliminary information about the project titled "Health Analysis of the Schools of Mafra" (ASESC). Therefore, two public schools from the municipal school system of Mafra have been included with a total of 900 subjects, obtaining a final sample of 255 students. Anthropometric data of body mass, height, waist circumference, triceps and calf skinfolds were measured and evaluated, obtaining body mass index (BMI) and percentage of fat. For the physical fitness tests (Flexibility, Cardiovascular Endurance and Strength), the battery test suggested by the Brazilian Sport Project (application of 6-minute-run / walk; sit-and-reach test) has been used. The sample has a mean age of 12.6 years old (DP01,24), being 48.6% (n = 124) boys and 51.4% (n = 131) girls. Classification based on BMI disclosed 27.5% were overweight. For the waist circumference, 16.5% were in the risk zone and 45.4% were above the appropriate percentage of fat. The Flexibility test disclosed that 20.4% were in a high-risk situation and in the test of strength endurance 32.9%. In the cardiovascular endurance tests, 35% were rated below the suitable level. The data on the achievements reveal disorders of body composition and a significant prevalence of students with health-related physical fitness below the recommended level, which reflects the need for health interventions.

scholarly journals The Link between Health-related Physical Fitness Level and Cardiovascular Disease-related Risk Factors

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sung-Soon Ka ◽  
Jung-Soo Kim ◽  
Mi-Young Lee ◽  
Seok-Han Kim ◽  
Hae-Cheon Jeong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Related Risk ◽  
Health Related

scholarly journals Perceived and Measured Physical Fitness of Police Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (20) ◽  
pp. 7628
Author(s):  
Filip Kukić ◽  
Robert G. Lockie ◽  
Ana Vesković ◽  
Nikola Petrović ◽  
Dane Subošić ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Police Officers ◽  
Handgrip Strength ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Physical Abilities ◽  
And Performance

The physical fitness of police officers needs to support good health and physical performance. Physical fitness comprises a considerable amount of training for police students who are to become police officers. However, to what degree police students are able to perceive their fitness level and differentiate between health-related and performance-related physical fitness is unknown. Therefore, the first aim of this study was to investigate the possibility of differentiation between health-related and performance-related physical fitness using physical self-concept and measured indicators of physical fitness. The second aim of this study was to investigate the association between components of physical self-concept and measured indicators of physical fitness of police students. The sample of 177 police students of both sexes (98 males and 79 females) completed a 40-item physical self-description questionnaire and their physical abilities were assessed for handgrip strength, standing long jump, 30 s sit-ups, and 12-min running. Principal component analysis established health-related and performance-related physical fitness from both perceived and measured physical fitness measures. Correlation analysis revealed a significant relationship between the perceived and measured physical fitness. Results suggest small to moderate ability to recognize the level of certain physical abilities, indicating the association between psychological mechanisms and biological functioning.

scholarly journals CHILDREN HEALTH-RELATED FITNESS TEST

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (12) ◽  
pp. 64-71
Author(s):  
Jamilah Mohd Basir ◽  
Azizah Zain ◽  
Zaharah Osman
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
The United States ◽  
Physical Fitness Test ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Fitness Test ◽  
Cardiovascular Endurance ◽  
Children Health ◽  
Fitness Tests ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Teachers And Parents

Physical fitness is an individual's ability to perform daily tasks efficiently and effectively with out fatigue and the ability to perform activities during emergencies. Individuals who have good physical fitness are individuals who have physical fitness based on health and physical fitness-based skills. Physical fitness is based on five components namely body composition, cardiovascular endurance, muscle endurance, muscle strength, and flexibility. There are more than 15 physical fitness battery tests used worldwide to measure the level of physical fitness of children and adults. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between the use of physical fitness test battery and the level of physical fitness of children based on health. Accordingly, the literature analysis shows that the most frequently used battery tests to measure children's fitness are FITNESSGRAM battery tests used in the United States and EUROFITT battery tests used in European countries. Whereas Malaysia uses the SEGAK Test only for children aged 10 to 17. The components and methods of conducting a physical-based physical fitness test will be described in detail. In conclusion, measuring the physical fitness level of children based on health provides important information to students, teachers, and parents about the child's physical fitness level. In this regard, physical-based physical fitness tests should be carried out to suit the age of the child, and indirectly the health of the child can be reflected through physical-based physical fitness tests.

scholarly journals Squats in Surveys: Investigating the Feasibility of, Compliance With, and Respondents' Performance on Fitness Tasks in Self-Administered Smartphone Surveys Using Acceleration Data

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Elevelt ◽  
Jan Karem Höhne ◽  
Annelies G. Blom
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Digital Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Acceleration Data ◽  
Health Related Research ◽  
Health Related ◽  
And Performance ◽  
New Research

Digital health data that accompany data from traditional surveys are becoming increasingly important in health-related research. For instance, smartphones have many built-in sensors, such as accelerometers that measure acceleration so that they offer many new research possibilities. Such acceleration data can be used as a more objective supplement to health and physical fitness measures (or survey questions). In this study, we therefore investigate respondents' compliance with and performance on fitness tasks in self-administered smartphone surveys. For this purpose, we use data from a cross-sectional study as well as a lab study in which we asked respondents to do squats (knee bends). We also employed a variety of questions on respondents' health and fitness level and additionally collected high-frequency acceleration data. Our results reveal that observed compliance is higher than hypothetical compliance. Respondents gave mainly health-related reasons for non-compliance. Respondents' health status positively affects compliance propensities. Finally, the results show that acceleration data of smartphones can be used to validate the compliance with and performance on fitness tasks. These findings indicate that asking respondents to conduct fitness tasks in self-administered smartphone surveys is a feasible endeavor for collecting more objective data on physical fitness levels.

scholarly journals Physical fitness among 6th grade students and evaluation with the normative reference values

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
pp. 64
Author(s):  
Eilin Sepp ◽  
Eva-Maria Riso ◽  
Sille Vaiksaar ◽  
Maret Pihu
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
School Curriculum ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Normative Values ◽  
Fitness Component ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Fitness Test ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Shuttle Run

The objective of this study was to compare Estonian 6th grade students’ physical fitness level with normative values from ALPHA fitness test and international normative 20 m shuttle run values. The following healthrelated fitness components were assessed: cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance and speed, as a skillrelated fitness component. Physical fitness results were evaluated with the ALPHA health-related fitness test battery for children and adolescents and with normative 20 m shuttle run values. Students from 6th grade (n=178) participated in the study. Physical fitness performance was not signi ficantly different between boys and girls, except for flexibility and upper body muscle strength and endurance. Boys’ percentage in very low and low level was higher on every test compared to girls’ results based on normative values. The results of the research indicate the importance to measure the physical fitness of schoolchildren and to compare them with the evaluation scales to plan and carry out more PE lessons focusing on physical fitness development. Further research is needed to evaluate students’ physical fitness levels among different age groups. Physical fitness development is urgently needed and should be included in school curriculum.

scholarly journals Effects of Tai Chi Softball Exercises on Physical Fitness Level and Cardiovascular Health-Related Factors among Older Females

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
XiaoDong Cheng ◽  
Yongzhao Fan ◽  
Ling Ge ◽  
Desen Zang ◽  
Jianxi Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Tai Chi ◽  
Cardiovascular Health ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Exercise Group ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Fitness Level ◽  
Health Related

Tai Chi softball was voted as one of the most popular health-promoting exercises and can also develop manipulative skill and hand-eye coordination. The purpose of this study was to explore changes in the physical fitness level and cardiovascular health-related factors after the 16-week Tai Chi softball (TCSB) training program among older females. One hundred healthy older females were assessed at the baseline before TCSB training, and then, they conducted intervention experiments. Through the 16-week TCSB intervention training, a control group and a physical exercise group showed significant differences. The physical exercise group significantly reduced body mass index, systolic blood pressure, and diastolic blood pressure from all the results studied. It also reduces total cholesterol, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol ( ∗ p < 0.05 ), and waist-to-hip ratio ( ∗ ∗ p < 0.01 ), whereas handgrip, sit and reach, single leg stance, vital capacity ( ∗ p < 0.05 ), and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ( ∗ ∗ p < 0.01 ) were significantly increased. TCSB training may improve physical fitness ability and decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease among older females.

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