DETERMINANTS OF CHOOSING A PLACE FOR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Abstract

Physical activity is one of the main components of leading a healthy lifestyle. It is recommended not only as a prevention of many diseases, but in the right form also as a form of therapy in most cardiovascular diseases. There are many places where you can practice various forms of physical activity. The aim of the study was to indicate the key factors determining the choice of a sports club as a place of physical activity. The study presents the results of the survey conducted in May 2021 using the CAWI method. 120 respondents took part in the survey. They were mainly students living in cities with over 200,000 inhabitants. The research focused in particular on the following aspects determining the choice of a sports club as a place of physical activity: preferred number of training units per week, duration of training units, preferred location and availability (hours, dates of operation) of the place where physical activity is practiced. In order to identify the factors determining the choice of a sports club as a place of physical activity, questionnaire data was explored using frequency analysis. It was found that the respondents prefer three training units per week, which last 60 minutes. An important factor determining the choice of a sports club as a place for physical activity is its location and accessibility.