scholarly journals The effect of three sport games in physical education on the health-related fitness of male university students

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 251-258
Author(s):  
Mohammed H.H. Mohammed
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
University Students ◽  
Effect Size ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Fitness Parameters ◽  
Male University Students ◽  
Health Related Fitness

Background and Study Aim. Few controlled studies have been conducted on the effect of sports games as a physical education (PE) course on the health-related fitness of university students. The aim of the study was to determine whether three sports in a PE course will help improve the health-related fitness of male university students. Material and Methods. Students from two universities participated in the study, with one university acting as a control group. There were two PE courses which students registered for: a football and volleyball (FVG, n=169) course and a badminton (BG, n=97) course. The students received basic training drills and competed with one another. The duration of the activities was 50 minutes sessions for eight weeks. The following tests were taken before and after eight weeks: Cooper test, sit-and-reach test, 60-s curl test, standing long jump test, and body mass index. Paired t-tests were used to compare the baseline and post data of each group. The Welch t-test, ANCOVA, and analysis of gains scores were used to compare each of the PE groups to the control group. ANCOVA was used to account for baseline differences, while analysis of gains scores was used whenever ANCOVA could not be used. The Vargha-Delaney Effect Size (VD) and the Common Language Effect Size (CLES) were used to determine the effect sizes for the Welch t-tests and ANCOVA, respectively. Significant changes were set at p ≤ 0.05 and VD ≤ 42% or VD ≥ 58%, or if p ≤ 0.05 and CLES ≥ 58 %. Results.  Both PE groups showed significant improvements in all the measured fitness parameters except body composition. Moreover, the measured parameters of the control group reduced after eight weeks. Conclusion. The study shows evidence that PE courses can serve male universities in improving their health-related fitness. Moreover, students who do not participate in a PE course may be at risk of losing their fitness.

scholarly journals Can eight weeks of judo and taekwondo physical education improve the health-related fitness of male university students?

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 109-114
Author(s):  
Mohammed H.H. Mohammed ◽  
Hong J. Choi
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
University Students ◽  
Cardiovascular Fitness ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Muscular Endurance ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Fitness Parameters ◽  
Male University Students ◽  
Trunk Flexibility ◽  
Health Related Fitness

Background and Study Aim: This study aimed to determine if Judo and Taekwondo in a physical education (PE) setting could improve the fitness of university students. Material and Methods: Students who registered voluntarily for the courses were considered for the study (n=27, 18-22 years for Judo; n=39, 18-22 years for Taekwondo). The control group (n=32, 20-24 years) was composed of students who were not part of a physical education course. None of the participants were college athletes nor PE students. The duration of the courses was eight weeks, twice a week with 50 minutes per session. Both courses included training for muscular fitness, flexibility, explosive strength, and cardiovascular fitness. The courses also included sparring matches and sport-specific training. The following health-related fitness parameters were measured before and after eight weeks: cardiovascular fitness using the Cooper Test, muscular endurance using 60 seconds curl-up test, trunk flexibility using the sit-and-reach test, and explosive leg strength using the standing long jump test. Parametric tests were applied to detect any effect of the courses on the students. Differences with p ≤ 0.05 and Vargha-Delaney Common language effect size (VD) ≤ 42% or ≥ 58% were considered as evidence for any improvements in the fitness parameters. Results: Most of the tested parameters, apart from body composition, improved in both martial arts groups while those of the control group dropped. These changes were significantly different (p ≤ 0.05 and VD ≤ 42% or ≥ 58%). The regular curl-ups and sitting stretch done during the eight weeks improved the muscular endurance and trunk flexibility of the Judo group, respectively. Moreover, continuous practice of the rolling/falling technique may have contributed to the improvement in flexibility of the Judo students. Conclusions: There is evidence that eight weeks of Judo and Taekwondo in a PE context improves the health-related fitness of male university students.

scholarly journals Effect of Integrated Neuromuscular Exercise in Physical Education Class on Health-Related Fitness in Female Children

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 312
Author(s):  
Marijana Sinđić ◽  
Draženka Mačak ◽  
Nikola Todorović ◽  
Bianka Purda ◽  
Maja Batez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Muscular Fitness ◽  
Female Children ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Almost All ◽  
And Control ◽  
Cardiorespiratory Endurance ◽  
Health Related Fitness

Integrated neuromuscular training (INT) showed benefits for improving fundamental movement skills (FMS). However, the INT health-related fitness (HRF) effects are lacking. The current study aimed to determine the effects of INT implemented during physical education (PE) in a primary school in the Republic of Serbia on HRF in female children. The sample consisted of 72 healthy girls who were divided into the intervention (EG: n = 37; mean ± SD: age = 8.17 ± 0.31) and control (CG: n = 35; age = 8.11 ± 0.31) groups. The EG and CG performed the INT program and traditional PE activities two times per week within the first ~15 min of PE class, respectively. The Fitnessgram battery tests assessed the HRF (body composition, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular fitness, and flexibility) before and after the program. After eight weeks, the EG significantly reduced all fat measures, while the CG decreased only triceps skinfold but to a smaller extent (F = 5.92, p < 0.02, ŋ2 = 0.09). Both groups significantly improved the performance of almost all muscular fitness tests (curl-ups, trunk lift, push-ups); however, the EG increased the push-ups more than the CG (F = 9.01, p < 0.01, ŋ2 = 0.14). The EG additionally improved the modified pull-ups (F = 14.09, p < 0.01, ŋ2 = 0.19) and flexed arm hang (F = 28.82, p < 0.01, ŋ2 = 0.33) tests. The flexibility and cardiorespiratory endurance of both groups did not significantly change after eight weeks. This approach of exercise showed positive acceptance and relatively good results after only eight weeks.

A Comparison of Aerobic Dance and Zumba Fitness on the Health-related Fitness in Female University Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Panuwat Wachirathanin ◽  
Sonthaya Sriramatr ◽  
Supaporn Silalertdetkul
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
University Students ◽  
Lower Percentage ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Aerobic Dance ◽  
Health Related ◽  
And Control ◽  
Cardiorespiratory Endurance ◽  
Health Related Fitness

Objective: In this study, we compared the effects of aerobic dance (continuous exercise) and Zumba fitness (intermittent exercise) on the health-related fitness of female university students. Methods: Overall, 54 healthy female volunteers (18.45 + 0.49 years old) were assigned to an aerobic dance group, a Zumba fitness dance group, or a control group. Results: We found that the Zumba fitness group had more muscle strength and endurance than the aerobic and control groups (all ps < .05). Likewise, the Zumba fitness group had a lower percentage of fat than the aerobic and control groups (p < .05), but there was no such difference between the aerobic and control groups. In addition, there was no statistically significant differences among aerobic dance, Zumba fitness, and control groups for flexibility and cardiorespiratory endurance. However, both aerobic and Zumba exercises can reduce the percentage of body fat and are able to strengthen cardiorespiratory endurance (p <.05). Conclusions: Among female students, Zumba fitness can develop muscle strength and endurance and fat percentage better than aerobic dance, but not necessarily improve their development of cardiorespiratory endurance and flexibility. These results are useful for enhancing exercise activities in early adulthood.

scholarly journals Effect of a Six-Week Core Conditioning as a Warm-Up Exercise in Physical Education Classes on Physical Fitness, Movement Capability, and Balance in School-Aged Children

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (15) ◽  
pp. 5517
Author(s):  
Nai-Jen Chang ◽  
I-Hsien Tsai ◽  
Chia-Lun Lee ◽  
Chun-Hao Liang
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Effect Size ◽  
Core Stability ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Muscular Endurance ◽  
Balance Test ◽  
Warm Up ◽  
School Aged Children ◽  
Before And After ◽  
General Physical

Whether the implementation of feasible, equipment-free, and simple core exercises in warm-up routines in physical education classes for school-aged children is beneficial remains unclear. Therefore, this study investigated the effects of a core conditioning in the warm-up routine of physical education classes on trunk muscular endurance, movement capability, and flexibility in this population. In these pre- and post-test control group experiments, 52 healthy, school-aged children (aged 10–11 years) were cluster randomized allocated to either the dynamic core exercise (DCE) group or general physical education (GPE) group. The DCE group performed a 10-min core exercise routine twice per week for six consecutive weeks; the GPE group performed traditional physical education warm-up exercises regularly. The children were assessed by conducting the trunk muscular endurance test (i.e., dynamic curl-up, static curl-up, plank, and lateral plank), functional movement screen (FMS), and single-leg balance test before and after the intervention. At the end of the intervention, the DCE group demonstrated a significant effect on trunk muscular endurance, movement capability (i.e., FMS scores), flexibility, and balance (each p < 0.001, effect size: 0.38–1.3). Furthermore, the DCE group showed significant improvements in all outcome measurements compared with the GPE group (p < 0.05, effect size: 0.29–1.68). These data may provide a reference for incorporating additional core stability exercises in the warm-up routine of physical education classes in school-aged children in the future.

scholarly journals Integrasi program SPARK dalam pendidikan jasmani terhadap peningkatan health-related fitness siswa

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 156-165
Author(s):  
Heri Setiawan ◽  
Nur Indri Rahayu ◽  
Tite Juliantine
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Treatment Programs ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Student Health ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Intact Group ◽  
Group Design ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Health Related Fitness

AbstrakProgram SPARK sebagai salah satu program pelatihan substansial masih jarang diintegrasikan pada pembelajaran jasmani di sekolah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menguji pengaruh integrasi program SPARK dalam pendidikan jasmani terhadap peningkatan health-related fitness serta menguji perbandingan antara pendidikan jasmani terintegrasi program SPARK dengan pendidikan jasmani tanpa program SPARK terhadap peningkatan health-related fitness siswa. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan matching only-pretest-postest control group design. Sampel penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VII berjumlah 48 siswa. Pengambilan sampel dengan menggunakan teknik Intact Group. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah FITNESSGRAM. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa terdapat pengaruh program SPARK dalam pendidikan jasmani terhadap peningkatan health-related fitness siswa dan terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara siswa yang diberikan treatment program SPARK yang terintegrasi dalam pendidikan jamani dibandingkan siswa yang diberikan pendidikan jasmani tanpa program SPARK terhadap peningkatkan health-related fitness. Program SPARK dalam pendidikan jasmani merupakan wahana ideal untuk meningkatkan health-related fitness siswa yang dikemas secara sistematis dan terstruktur. Integration of the SPARK program in physical education towards the improvement of student health-related fitnessSPARK program as one of the substantial training programs is still rarely integrated into physical learning in schools. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the integration of the SPARK program in physical education on improving health-related fitness and to examine the comparison between the integrated physical education of the SPARK program and conventional physical education on improving student health related fitness. This research method uses Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design. The sample of this research was 48 students in grade VII, taking samples using the Intact Group technique. The instrument used in this study was Fitnessgram. The results showed that. There is an effect of the SPARK program in physical education on improving students' health-related fitness. There is a significant difference between students who are given SPARK treatment programs that are integrated in physical education compared to students who are given conventional physical education to improve health related fitness. SPARK program in physical education is an ideal method to improve the health-related fitness of students that is systematically prepared.

Relationship of Teacher Training and School Characteristics to Middle School State Assessment Results

2017 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 467-476
Author(s):  
Tina J. Hall ◽  
Lori K. Hicklin ◽  
Karen E. French
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
South Carolina ◽  
Teacher Training ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
School Characteristics ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Education Indicators ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Health Related Fitness

Purpose:To examine the relationship between the South Carolina middle school physical education assessment results and the school characteristics. In addition, the relationship between teacher training attendance and student achievement were determined.Method:Student performance on four physical education indicators in 63 middle schools (and 116 teachers) were reported to the South Carolina Physical Education Assessment Program. Multiple regression analyses were conducted to determine the relationships between school characteristics as predictors of the performance indicator. ANOVAs were conducted to determine the relationship to teacher training and the performance indicators.Results:Statewide averages of student performance indicated that slightly over 50% of middle school students were rated as competent in all physical education indicators except health-related fitness (31.2%). The variability was high among all indicators. The correlations between the poverty index and the physical education indicators were significant and low. Teachers who attended data collection training sessions scored higher on all performance indicators, particularly health-related fitness knowledge. Teachers who attended professional development had significantly higher scores on motor skills, health-related fitness knowledge, and the overall weighted scores and approached significance on the health-related fitness performance.Discussion/Conclusion:This study suggests that teachers and the programs they deliver have a greater impact on student learning than do school characteristics. Teacher training and professional development is warranted. Most compelling is that the results of this study provide a strong argument against the practice of using student scores from other academic content areas to evaluate teacher effectiveness in physical education.

High intensity interval and moderate continuous cycle training in a physical education programme improves health-related fitness in young females

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 139-144 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krzysztof Mazurek ◽  
Piotr Zmijewski ◽  
Krzysztof Krawczyk ◽  
Anna Czajkowska ◽  
Anna Kęska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
High Intensity ◽  
Education Programme ◽  
Young Females ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Cycle Training ◽  
High Intensity Interval ◽  
Health Related Fitness

scholarly journals Controlled Study of the Impact of a Virtual Program to Reduce Stigma Among University Students Toward People With Mental Disorders

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matías E. Rodríguez-Rivas ◽  
Adolfo J. Cangas ◽  
Daniela Fuentes-Olavarría
Keyword(s):  
Mental Disorders ◽  
University Students ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Global Score ◽  
Stigma Reduction ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Impact

Stigma toward mental disorders is one of today's most pressing global issues. The Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated the barriers to social inclusion faced by individuals with mental disorders. Concurrently, stigma reduction interventions, especially those aimed at university students, have been more difficult to implement given social distancing and campus closures. As a result, alternative delivery for programs contributing to stigma reduction is required, such as online implementation. This paper reports the results of a controlled study focused on an online multi-component program on reducing stigma toward mental illness that included project-based learning, clinical simulations with standardized patients and E-Contact with real patients. A total of 40 undergraduate students from the Universidad del Desarrollo in Santiago, Chile, participated in the study. They were randomly divided between an intervention and control group. The intervention group participated in the online multi-component program, while the control group participated in an online educational program on cardiovascular health. We assessed the impact of the program by using the validated Spanish-language versions of the Attribution Questionnaire AQ-27 and the Questionnaire on Student Attitudes toward Schizophrenia with both groups, before and after the intervention. In addition, an ad hoc Likert scale ranging from 0 to 5 was used with the intervention group in order to assess the learning strategies implemented. Following the intervention, the participants belonging to the intervention group displayed significantly lower levels of stereotypes, perception of dangerousness, and global score toward people with schizophrenia (p &lt; 0.001). In addition, participants presented lower levels of dangerousness-fear, avoidance, coercion, lack of solidarity, and global score (p &lt; 0.001). The control group displayed no statistically significant differences in the level of stigma before and after the evaluation, for all of the items assessed. Finally, the overall assessment of each of the components of the program was highly positive. In conclusion, the study shows that online programs can contribute to reducing stigma toward mental disorders. The program assessed in this study had a positive impact on all the dimensions of stigma and all of the components of the program itself were positively evaluated by the participants.

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