Examination of physical activity and life quality levels of university students based on the analysis of the WHOQOL-BREF indicators

This study investigates the impact of physical activity on the quality of life among university students using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire, focusing on three primary dimensions: physical health, psychological health, and social relations. Sixty students were divided into two groups based on their...

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Published in:Retos (Madrid) 2024-01, Vol.61 (61), p.823-831
Main Authors: Omarov, Bakhytzhan, Baglan Yermakhanov, Ayapbergenova, Almira, Amanov, Anuarbek, Turayeva, Aigul, Daniyarov, Talgat
Format: Article
Language:eng ; spa
Subjects:
Academic Achievement
actividad física
being
bienestar estudiantil
BREF
calidad de vida
College Students
educational policy
estilo de vida sedentario
estudiantes universitarios
Exercise
health promotion
Life Style
physical activity
Physical Health
política educativa
promoción de la salud
psychological health
Quality of life
relaciones sociales
salud psicológica
sedentary lifestyle
social relations
Student Development
student well
University students
WHOQOL
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Summary:This study investigates the impact of physical activity on the quality of life among university students using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire, focusing on three primary dimensions: physical health, psychological health, and social relations. Sixty students were divided into two groups based on their lifestyle patterns: thirty engaged regularly in sports and physical activities (Group A), and thirty led a predominantly sedentary lifestyle (Group B). The results highlighted significant positive correlations between regular physical activity and both physical and psychological health. Specifically, Group A exhibited superior physical and psychological health scores compared to Group B, substantiating the hypothesis that physical activity significantly enhances these aspects of quality of life. Conversely, no significant difference was found in social relations between the two groups, suggesting that the influence of physical activity on social interactions might be less straightforward and possibly moderated by other unmeasured variables. These findings underscore the necessity for universities to foster environments that encourage physical activities, as part of a broader strategy to enhance overall student well-being and academic performance. The study contributes to the existing literature by reaffirming the multifaceted benefits of physical activity and calls for integrated health promotion strategies within educational institutions to support the holistic development of students.
ISSN:1579-1726
1988-2041
1988-2041
DOI:10.47197/retos.v61.109065