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How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?

Year 2024, Volume: 10 Issue: 2, 140 - 150, 31.12.2024

Abstract

The concept of quality of life is multifaceted, encompassing various dimensions, including physical health, social relationships, and psychological well-being. Physical activity level is one of the factors that affects quality of life. The objective of this study is to examine the relationship between physical activity levels and quality of life perceptions among young people. The study sample consisted of 360 students, 102 males and 258 females, enrolled at XXX University during the 2023-2024 academic year. The data were collected using a cross-sectional design, with the participants completing the Physical Activity Scale-2, SF-12 Quality of Life Scale, and a personal information form. The data were collected based on self-report. The statistical analyses revealed a significant relationship between moderate and high physical activity levels and both physical and mental health components of quality of life (p <0.05). Additionally, gender differences were observed, indicating that males exhibited higher physical activity and quality of life scores compared to females (p <0.05). The findings indicate that it may be beneficial to promote physical activity to enhance general well-being among young people. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of considering gender as a variable in the perception of physical activity levels and quality of life. Overall, the results suggest that interventions to increase physical activity levels may be an effective approach to improve the quality of life of young people. It is crucial to consider the gender factor in the planning of these strategies.

References

  • Begdache, L., Danesharasteh, A., & Ertem, Z. (2022). The Impact of the Different Stages of COVID-19, Time of the Week and Exercise Frequency on Mental Distress in Men and Women. Nutrients, 14(13), 2572. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14132572
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  • Bustamante, E. E., Santiago-Rodríguez, M. E., & Ramer, J. D. (2023). Unlocking the Promise of Physical Activity for Mental Health Promotion. JAMA Pediatrics, 177(2). https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapediatrics.2022.5096
  • Ellina, P., Middleton, N., Lambrinou, E., & Kouta, C. (2021). Social gradient in health-related quality of life among urban middle-age residents in Limassol, Cyprus: Research article. BMC Public Health, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-020-10027-6
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  • Gür, F. (2021). Fiziksel Aktivite Ölçeği-2’nin Türkçe Geçerlilik ve Güvenilirlik Çalışması. Spor ve Performans Araştırmaları Dergisi, 12(3), 252–263.
  • Irtelli, F., & Durbano, F. (2020). Quality of Life and Biopsychosocial Paradigm: A Narrative Review of the Concept and Specific Insights. https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.91877
  • Janssen, I., & LeBlanc, A. G. (2010). Systematic review of the health benefits of physical activity and fitness in school-aged children and youth. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, 7(1), 40. https://doi.org/10.1186/1479-5868-7-40
  • Kim, D., Seo, J., Ha, K. H., & Kim, D. J. (2022). Maintaining Physical Activity Is Associated With Reduced Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in People Newly Diagnosed With Diabetes. Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome. https://doi.org/10.7570/jomes22007
  • Louzado, J. A., Cortes, M. L., Oliveira, M. G., Bezerra, V. M., Mistro, S., Medeiros, D. S. de, Soares, D. A., Silva, K. O., Kochergin, C. N., Carvalho, V. C. H. dos S. de, Amorim, W. W., & Mengue, S. S. (2021). Quality of Life and Associated Factors in Young Workers. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(4). https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18042153
  • Mielke, G. I., Malta, D. C., Nunes, B. P., & Cairney, J. (2022). All are equal, but some are more equal than others: Social determinants of leisure time physical activity through the lens of intersectionality. BMC Public Health, 22(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-12428-7
  • Moola, F., Fusco, C., & Kirsh, J. A. (2010). The Perceptions of Caregivers Toward Physical Activity and Health in Youth With Congenital Heart Disease. Qualitative Health Research. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049732310384119

Fiziksel Aktivite Üniversite Öğrencilerinin Yaşam Kalitesini Nasıl Etkiler?

Year 2024, Volume: 10 Issue: 2, 140 - 150, 31.12.2024

Abstract

Yaşam kalitesi kavramı çok yönlüdür ve fiziksel sağlık, sosyal ilişkiler ve psikolojik iyi oluş gibi çeşitli boyutları içerir. Fiziksel aktivite seviyesi, yaşam kalitesini etkileyen faktörlerden biridir. Bu çalışmanın amacı, gençler arasında fiziksel aktivite seviyeleri ile yaşam kalitesi algıları arasındaki ilişkiyi incelemektir. Çalışma örneklemi, 2023-2024 akademik yılında XXX Üniversitesine kayıtlı 102 erkek ve 258 kadın olmak üzere toplam 360 öğrenciden oluşmaktadır. Veriler, katılımcıların Fiziksel Aktivite Ölçeği-2, SF-12 Yaşam Kalitesi Ölçeği ve kişisel bilgi formunu doldurmasıyla kesitsel bir tasarım kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Veriler, öz-bildirimlere dayanarak toplanmıştır. İstatistiksel analizler, orta ve yüksek fiziksel aktivite seviyeleri ile yaşam kalitesinin hem fiziksel hem de zihinsel sağlık bileşenleri arasında anlamlı bir ilişki olduğunu ortaya koymuştur (p < 0.05). Ayrıca, cinsiyet farkları gözlemlenmiş ve erkeklerin kadınlara kıyasla daha yüksek fiziksel aktivite ve yaşam kalitesi puanlarına sahip olduğu belirlenmiştir (p < 0.05). Bulgular, genel iyi oluşu artırmak için fiziksel aktiviteyi teşvik etmenin faydalı olabileceğini göstermektedir. Ayrıca, çalışma, fiziksel aktivite seviyeleri ve yaşam kalitesi algısında cinsiyetin bir değişken olarak dikkate alınmasının önemini vurgulamaktadır. Genel olarak, sonuçlar, fiziksel aktivite seviyelerini artırmaya yönelik müdahalelerin gençlerin yaşam kalitesini iyileştirmek için etkili bir yaklaşım olabileceğini önermektedir. Bu stratejilerin planlanmasında cinsiyet faktörünün dikkate alınması önemli olabilir.

References

  • Begdache, L., Danesharasteh, A., & Ertem, Z. (2022). The Impact of the Different Stages of COVID-19, Time of the Week and Exercise Frequency on Mental Distress in Men and Women. Nutrients, 14(13), 2572. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14132572
  • Bonsaksen, T. (2012). Exploring gender differences in quality of life. Mental Health Review Journal, 17(1). https://doi.org/10.1108/13619321211231815
  • Bustamante, E. E., Santiago-Rodríguez, M. E., & Ramer, J. D. (2023). Unlocking the Promise of Physical Activity for Mental Health Promotion. JAMA Pediatrics, 177(2). https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapediatrics.2022.5096
  • Ellina, P., Middleton, N., Lambrinou, E., & Kouta, C. (2021). Social gradient in health-related quality of life among urban middle-age residents in Limassol, Cyprus: Research article. BMC Public Health, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-020-10027-6
  • Gu, X., Chang, M. M., & Solmon, M. A. (2016). Physical Activity, Physical Fitness, and Health-Related Quality of Life in School-Aged Children. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 35(2). https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.2015-0110
  • Gür, F. (2021). Fiziksel Aktivite Ölçeği-2’nin Türkçe Geçerlilik ve Güvenilirlik Çalışması. Spor ve Performans Araştırmaları Dergisi, 12(3), 252–263.
  • Irtelli, F., & Durbano, F. (2020). Quality of Life and Biopsychosocial Paradigm: A Narrative Review of the Concept and Specific Insights. https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.91877
  • Janssen, I., & LeBlanc, A. G. (2010). Systematic review of the health benefits of physical activity and fitness in school-aged children and youth. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, 7(1), 40. https://doi.org/10.1186/1479-5868-7-40
  • Kim, D., Seo, J., Ha, K. H., & Kim, D. J. (2022). Maintaining Physical Activity Is Associated With Reduced Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in People Newly Diagnosed With Diabetes. Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome. https://doi.org/10.7570/jomes22007
  • Louzado, J. A., Cortes, M. L., Oliveira, M. G., Bezerra, V. M., Mistro, S., Medeiros, D. S. de, Soares, D. A., Silva, K. O., Kochergin, C. N., Carvalho, V. C. H. dos S. de, Amorim, W. W., & Mengue, S. S. (2021). Quality of Life and Associated Factors in Young Workers. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(4). https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18042153
  • Mielke, G. I., Malta, D. C., Nunes, B. P., & Cairney, J. (2022). All are equal, but some are more equal than others: Social determinants of leisure time physical activity through the lens of intersectionality. BMC Public Health, 22(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-12428-7
  • Moola, F., Fusco, C., & Kirsh, J. A. (2010). The Perceptions of Caregivers Toward Physical Activity and Health in Youth With Congenital Heart Disease. Qualitative Health Research. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049732310384119
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Primary Language English
Subjects Physical Activity and Health
Journal Section Research
Authors

Fatih Gür 0000-0003-0776-5754

Vedat Ayan 0000-0003-1887-5334

Early Pub Date December 29, 2024
Publication Date December 31, 2024
Submission Date July 22, 2024
Acceptance Date December 9, 2024
Published in Issue Year 2024 Volume: 10 Issue: 2

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APA Gür, F., & Ayan, V. (2024). How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?. Uluslararası Güncel Eğitim Araştırmaları Dergisi, 10(2), 140-150.
AMA Gür F, Ayan V. How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?. UGEAD - IntJCES. December 2024;10(2):140-150.
Chicago Gür, Fatih, and Vedat Ayan. “How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?”. Uluslararası Güncel Eğitim Araştırmaları Dergisi 10, no. 2 (December 2024): 140-50.
EndNote Gür F, Ayan V (December 1, 2024) How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?. Uluslararası Güncel Eğitim Araştırmaları Dergisi 10 2 140–150.
IEEE F. Gür and V. Ayan, “How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?”, UGEAD - IntJCES, vol. 10, no. 2, pp. 140–150, 2024.
ISNAD Gür, Fatih - Ayan, Vedat. “How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?”. Uluslararası Güncel Eğitim Araştırmaları Dergisi 10/2 (December 2024), 140-150.
JAMA Gür F, Ayan V. How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?. UGEAD - IntJCES. 2024;10:140–150.
MLA Gür, Fatih and Vedat Ayan. “How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?”. Uluslararası Güncel Eğitim Araştırmaları Dergisi, vol. 10, no. 2, 2024, pp. 140-5.
Vancouver Gür F, Ayan V. How Does Physical Activity Affect the Quality of Life of University Students?. UGEAD - IntJCES. 2024;10(2):140-5.