scholarly journals MEANS OF WELLNESS FITNESS DURING ONLINE PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS DURING QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (87) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maryna Kozhokar ◽  
◽  
Pavlo Slobozhaninov ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Young People ◽  
The State ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Entire Population ◽  
World Health ◽  
Physical Interaction ◽  
The World

In March 2020, a respiratory illness caused by the COVID-19 virus was declared by the World Health Organization as a pandemic and a state of emergency in Ukraine and around the world. To prevent the spread of coronavirus infection, state and local authorities have imposed numerous restrictions on human movement and physical interaction. As a result, student youth no longer had access to classes, especially physical education classes, as well as walks to / from the educational institution. It was the global COVID-19 pandemic that led to the transition to the online "life" of the entire population, including students. And, if the organization of the educational process of freelance students has reached a certain level and is constantly evolving, the creation of online conditions for physical activity of young people during physical education classes has so far been ignored. The problem of health of the entire population of Ukraine is recognized at the state level, as the level of development of the state at a particular stage determines the health of the nation. In addition, quarantine and distance learning of students in Ukrainian educational institutions have led to a critical decline in the duration of specially organized physical activity. This thesis is confirmed by the sad data on the decline in interest in the idea of a healthy lifestyle, systematic physical activity of young students, and, in fact, is a problem for the national security and defense capabilities of Ukraine. Quarantined distance learning as a set of online information technologies has ensured a successful educational process for freelance students. In addition, the geopolitical situation places high demands on society to the physical fitness of future defenders of the country's sovereignty. But the motivation for systematic motor activity in young people is critically low. The diversification and wide representation of the latest areas of physical activity, the development of sports infrastructure and the reduction of the cost of various fitness applications testify to the formation of a powerful affordable global industry of health, fitness and physical education services. However, achieving any result is calculated and requires a personal presence in class, training, sparring or, for example, meditation.

Teacher Preparation for Physical Education in an Increasingly Sedentary World in Singapore

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Chia ◽  
Koh Koon Teck
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Young People ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Holistic Health ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
World Health ◽  
Tight Coupling ◽  
The World ◽  
The Subject

The Second World-Wide Survey of Physical Education in schools, published under the auspices of the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education, identifies large gaps between the promise of positive outcomes of physical education and actual outcomes. The mismatch between the policy and practice of physical education stems from deep-seated disagreements about what the goals of physical education should be; the multifaceted nature of the subject; and a lack of competence, confidence, and accountability among the teachers who are responsible for teaching physical education in schools, among other things. According to the World Health Organization, the physical and holistic health of young people and adults is threatened by increases in obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers—in part due to increased sedentary modern lifestyles and insufficient exercise. Physical education has the potential to ameliorate the negative impact of sedentary lifestyles and exercise insufficiency. Teacher-education programs for physical education the world over advertise that teachers of the subject help young people acquire a love for physical activity and the skills to practice and enjoy sports; they also teach life skills, including teamwork, sportsmanship, problem-solving, and creativity, and help students develop the habits of a healthy lifestyle. How programs prepare physical-education teachers to deliver on these promises varies considerably. According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, Singapore has one of the best-performing teacher-education systems in the world. It is run by the National Institute of Education in Singapore. The tight coupling of theory and practice and the tripartite relationship between the policymakers at the Ministry of Education; the National Institute of Education, where teacher training occurs; and the schools, where physical education is experienced, are the key determinants of a quality physical-education experience among children and adolescents in Singapore.

scholarly journals Physical Education Classes as a Precursor to the Mediterranean Diet and the Practice of Physical Activity

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 239 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rubén Trigueros ◽  
Luis A. Mínguez ◽  
Jerónimo J. González-Bernal ◽  
José M. Aguilar-Parra ◽  
Raúl Soto-Cámara ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Young People ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Autonomy Support ◽  
Autonomous Motivation ◽  
Psychological Needs ◽  
Structural Equations ◽  
World Health ◽  
The Mediterranean

Physical activity and a healthy, balanced diet are remaining unresolved issues among young people. According to the World Health Organization, young people do not get enough exercise during the week, and physical education classes are the best way to promote healthy habits. This study aims to analyze how the role of the teacher influences the frustration of psychological needs, coping strategies, motivation, and the adoption of healthy eating habits through the Mediterranean diet and the regular practice of physical activity. The study involved 1031 boys and 910 girls between the ages of 13 and 18. To explain the relationships between the different variables included in this study, a model of structural equations has been developed. The results showed that autonomy support negatively predicted the frustration of four psychological needs. The failure to meet four psychological needs negatively predicted resilience. Likewise, resilience positively predicted autonomous motivation, and this positively predicted the Mediterranean diet and the practice of physical activity. Thus, the results obtained in the present study are in line with those of various studies wherein physical education classes were seen to help consolidate healthy living habits.

scholarly journals The realisation of the elective course “Physical education and sport” in the form of distance learning

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Д.В. Яковенко ◽  
Е.Г. Чистякова
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Theoretical Knowledge ◽  
Educational Service ◽  
Practical Skills ◽  
State University ◽  
Elective Course ◽  
Goals And Objectives

Целью данного исследования явилось изучение проблем в связи с организацией образовательного процесса по дисциплине «Физическая культура и спорт» в формате дистанционного обучения. Для этого было проведено исследование среди 200 студентов первого и второго курса Новгородского государственного университета. В результате проведенного исследования были определены положительные и отрицательные стороны дистанционной формы обучения. Определено, что данный формат обучения позволяет дополнить практические навыки более глубокими теоретическими знаниями, но при этом приводит к снижению двигательной активности и успеваемости обучающихся. Цели и задачи реализации элективного курса «Физическая культура и спорт» в формате дистанционного обучения не могут быть достигнуты в полной мере. В данном случае оказание образовательной услуги не соответствует требованиям ФГОС ВО. The objective of this research is the studying of the issues due to the organisation of educational process in the discipline of physical education in the form of distance learning.This was done by researching among 200 second- and third- year students of The Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University. As the result, were revealed some positive and negative sides of the distance form of education. It was determined that this educational form allows to supplement practical skills with deeper theoretical knowledge but leads to a decrease in physical activity and academic performance of students.The goals and objectives of the realisation of elective course “Physical education and sport” cannot be fully achieved in the form of distance learning. In this case the provision of educational service does not meet the requirements of the CEF.

scholarly journals Formation of information space of physical education of students by technologies of distance learning

2020 ◽  
pp. 33-37
Author(s):  
G. Grebinka ◽  
O. Kuspysh ◽  
Ya. Kubrak ◽  
O. Rozhko
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
National Development ◽  
Independent Study ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Target Component ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Pedagogical Analysis ◽  
Education Of Students

The article deals with a pedagogical analysis of the problem of the physical education of students in the position of quarantine measures. At the present stage of reforms in Ukraine, youth health is one of the components of national development. It is proposed to consider the main aspects of distance learning technology as a means of creating opportunities to support and prevent the phenomena of social maladaptation of student youth. The purpose of the work is to identify and substantiate the target component of distance learning of students in physical education in higher education institutions. The research is based on the use of a set of general scientific theoretical methods: analysis, synthesis, systematization, and generalization. The study is supplemented by studying the creativity of this type of interaction with students, analysis of academic and scientific achievements in this area. The goals of the educational process of physical education using distance learning technologies are to educate students how to treat their health as the highest social value, the formation of hygienic skills and the principles of a healthy lifestyle, maintaining and strengthening physical and mental health. Based on the results of the pedagogical analysis, the target direction of distance technologies in the implementation of physical education of students and the use of vector information technologies in this process is highlighted, which opens new prospects for the industry and should become the basis of development strategy. The use of pedagogical programmable means – electronic educational and methodical complexes in the process of distance learning, will help students to master the skills of independent study. It was found that the use of distance learning technology allows to provide a holistic multifaceted physical education aimed at maintaining and strengthening the health of students in a situation of forced restriction of their physical activity. The results of the study can be used in the provision of quarantine measures, the basis of physical education of students are independent classes using all possible forms of physical activity.

scholarly journals Corrective influence on the state of psychophysiological functions of students in physical education by by technologies of distance learning

2021 ◽  
pp. 61-65
Author(s):  
T. Korzan ◽  
L. Smirnova ◽  
A. Pavlos ◽  
T. Zelikova
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Experimental Verification ◽  
The State ◽  
Experimental Program ◽  
Medical Groups ◽  
Psychophysiological Functions ◽  
Education Of Students ◽  
Experimental Group

The article substantiates the organizational and methodological support of physical education classes for students of higher education institutions by means of distance technologies aimed at the development of their physical activity in the school day. The article determines the didactic potential of such technologies in creating an experimental program of physical education of students. The purpose of the study is to analyze the state of psychophysiological functions of attention of students of the main medical groups under the influence of the experimental program of physical education by means of remote technologies. Research methods: general scientific methods of theoretical level: analysis and synthesis, and methods of obtaining empirical data: pedagogical experiment, pedagogical testing, methods of mathematical statistics. The state of psychophysiological functions of attention of students of the basic medical groups in the course of practical introduction of the experimental program is empirically analyzed. Distinctive features of such a program are the gradual development of motor activity and differentiation on each means, methods of teaching; direction of physical activity; dosing of loads for each lesson; types and content of control, self-control. The program provided for the introduction of traditional and non-traditional forms of physical education and innovative modern means of physical activity. The use of the developed experimental program of physical education of students by means of remote technologies provided significantly (p from <0.05 to <0.001) higher result than obtained after using the traditional approach to the organization of physical education. Experimental verification showed the high efficiency of the proposed program for its implementation. at the end of the experimental verification of the proposed innovations, the students of the experimental group achieve significantly higher values in all studied indicators, compared with the students of the control group. Thus, the dynamics of mental capacity and cognitive functions during the course of classes in general demonstrated the advantage of students of the experimental group over the control in the development of psychophysiological functions. It is proved that rationally organized classes according to the experimental program of physical education in the conditions of distance learning allow to realize the educational process without negative consequences for the state of psychophysiological functions of students, but also contribute to the improvement of their condition.

scholarly journals COVID-19 pandemic-induced physical inactivity: the necessity of updating the Global Action Plan on Physical Activity 2018-2030

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
H. Amini ◽  
S. Habibi ◽  
A. H. Islamoglu ◽  
E. Isanejad ◽  
C. Uz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
World Health Organization ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
The State ◽  
World Health ◽  
The World ◽  
Global Action ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Global Action Plan

AbstractTo prevent and reduce inactivity, the World Health Organization (WHO) designed a global plan called Global Action Plan on Physical Activity 2018–2030 (GAPPA) in 2017. In this plan and according to the state of physical activity in 2016, actions and goals were set. However, the world is facing a COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected various aspects of lifestyle, including physical activity. Some studies have shown that physical activity reduced during the pandemic. For this reason, the WHO should review the GAPPA and update goals and actions according to the state of physical activity in 2020.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Patterns in India Stratified by Zones, Age, Region, BMI and Implications for COVID-19: A Nationwide Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 097275312199850
Author(s):  
Vivek Podder ◽  
Raghuram Nagarathna ◽  
Akshay Anand ◽  
Patil S. Suchitra ◽  
Amit Kumar Singh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
World Health Organization ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
World Health ◽  
Noncommunicable Diseases ◽  
Home Work ◽  
The World ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Physically Inactive ◽  
At Home

Rationale: India has a high prevalence of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), which can be lowered by regular physical activity. To understand this association, recent population data is required which is representative of all the states and union territories of the country. Objective: We aimed to investigate the patterns of physical activity in India, stratified by zones, body mass index (BMI), urban, rural areas, and gender. Method: We present the analysis of physical activity status from the data collected during the phase 1 of a pan-India study. This ( Niyantrita Madhumeha Bharata 2017) was a multicenter pan-India cluster sampled trial with dual objectives. A survey to identify all individuals at a high risk for diabetes, using a validated instrument called the Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS), was followed by a two-armed randomized yoga-based lifestyle intervention for the primary prevention of diabetes. The physical activity was scored as per IDRS (vigorous exercise or strenuous at work = 0, moderate exercise at home/work = 10, mild exercise at home/work = 20, no exercise = 30). This was done in a selected cluster using a mobile application. A weighted prevalence was calculated based on the nonresponse rate and design weight. Results: We analyzed the data from 2,33,805 individuals; the mean age was 41.4 years (SD 13.4). Of these, 50.6% were females and 49.4% were males; 45.8% were from rural areas and 54% from urban areas. The BMI was 24.7 ± 4.6 kg/m 2 . Briefly, 20% were physically inactive and 57% of the people were either inactive or mildly active. 21.2% of females were found physically inactive, whereas 19.2% of males were inactive. Individuals living in urban localities were proportionately more inactive (21.7% vs. 18.8%) or mildly active (38.9% vs. 34.8%) than the rural people. Individuals from the central (29.6%) and south zones (28.6%) of the country were also relatively inactive, in contrast to those from the northwest zone (14.2%). The known diabetics were found to be physically inactive (28.3% vs. 19.8%) when compared with those unaware of their diabetic status. Conclusion: 20% and 37% of the population in India are not active or mildly active, respectively, and thus 57% of the surveyed population do not meet the physical activity regimen recommended by the World Health Organization. This puts a large Indian population at risk of developing various NCDs, which are being increasingly reported to be vulnerable to COVID-19 infections. India needs to adopt the four strategic objectives recommended by the World Health Organization for reducing the prevalence of physical inactivity.

scholarly journals Benefits and Limitations of Non-Transgenic Micronutrient Biofortification Approaches

Agronomy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 464
Author(s):  
Edward Marques ◽  
Heather M. Darby ◽  
Jana Kraft
Keyword(s):  
Current Literature ◽  
The State ◽  
World Health ◽  
Micronutrient Deficiencies ◽  
Conventional Breeding ◽  
The World ◽  
Primary Focus

Increasing the amount of micronutrients in diets across the world is crucial to improving world health. Numerous methods can accomplish this such as the biofortification of food through biotechnology, conventional breeding, and agronomic approaches. Of these, biofortification methods, conventional breeding, and agronomic approaches are currently globally accepted and, therefore, should be the primary focus of research efforts. This review synthesizes the current literature regarding the state of biofortified foods through conventional breeding and agronomic approaches for crops. Additionally, the benefits and limitations for all described approaches are discussed, allowing us to identify key areas of research that are still required to increase the efficacy of these methods. The information provided here should provide a basal knowledge for global efforts that are combating micronutrient deficiencies.

scholarly journals Understanding Leisure Centre-Based Physical Activity after Physical Activity Referral: Evidence from Scheme Participants and Completers in Northumberland UK

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 2957
Author(s):  
Jordan Bell ◽  
Lis Neubeck ◽  
Kai Jin ◽  
Paul Kelly ◽  
Coral L. Hanson
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Administrative Data ◽  
World Health Organisation ◽  
Ordinal Regression ◽  
World Health ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
The World ◽  
The Uk

Physical activity referral schemes (PARS) are a popular physical activity (PA) intervention in the UK. Little is known about the type, intensity and duration of PA undertaken during and post PARS. We calculated weekly leisure centre-based moderate/vigorous PA for PARS participants (n = 448) and PARS completers (n = 746) in Northumberland, UK, between March 2019–February 2020 using administrative data. We categorised activity levels (<30 min/week, 30–149 min/week and ≥150 min/week) and used ordinal regression to examine predictors for activity category achieved. PARS participants took part in a median of 57.0 min (IQR 26.0–90.0) and PARS completers a median of 68.0 min (IQR 42.0–100.0) moderate/vigorous leisure centre-based PA per week. Being a PARS completer (OR: 2.14, 95% CI: 1.61–2.82) was a positive predictor of achieving a higher level of physical activity category compared to PARS participants. Female PARS participants were less likely (OR: 0.65, 95% CI: 0.43–0.97) to achieve ≥30 min of moderate/vigorous LCPA per week compared to male PARS participants. PARS participants achieved 38.0% and PARS completers 45.3% of the World Health Organisation recommended ≥150 min of moderate/vigorous weekly PA through leisure centre use. Strategies integrated within PARS to promote PA outside of leisure centre-based activity may help participants achieve PA guidelines.

Prevalence of and factors associated with insufficient physical activity among adolescents: evidence from a nationwide survey in Bangladesh

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Md Mokbul Hossain ◽  
Fahmida Akter ◽  
Abu Abdullah Mohammad Hanif ◽  
Md Showkat Ali Khan ◽  
Abu Ahmed Shamim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
World Health Organization ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
World Health ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Adolescent Girls And Boys ◽  
The World ◽  
Insufficient Physical Activity ◽  
Health Organization

Abstract The World Health Organization set a target of a 15% relative reduction in the prevalence of insufficient physical activity (IPA) by 2025 among adolescents and adults globally. In Bangladesh, there are no national estimates of the prevalence of IPA among adolescents. The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of and risk factors associated with IPA among adolescent girls and boys. Data for 4865 adolescent girls and 4907 adolescent boys, collected as a part of a National Nutrition Surveillance in 2018–19, were analysed for this study. A modified version of the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ) was used to collect physical activity data. The World Health Organization recommended cut-off points were used to estimate the prevalence of IPA. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression was performed to identify factors associated with IPA. Prevalences of IPA among adolescent girls and boys were 50.3% and 29.0%, respectively, and the prevalence was significantly higher among early adolescents (10–14 years) than late adolescents (15–19 years) among both boys and girls. The IPA prevalence was highest among adolescents living in non-slum urban areas (girls: 77.7%; boys: 64.1%). For both boys and girls, younger age, non-slum urban residence, higher paternal education and increased television viewing time were significantly associated with IPA. Additionally, residing in slums was significantly associated with IPA only among the boys. Higher maternal education was associated with IPA only among the girls. This study identified several modifiable risk factors associated with IPA among adolescent boys and girls in Bangladesh. These factors should be addressed through comprehensive public health interventions to promote physical activity among adolescent girls and boys.

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