Physical Activity Levels Of Students Research Articles

Physical Activity of Undergraduate Students in Medicine and Physiotherapy Programmes in a Nigerian Medical University

Background: There appears to be dearth of empirical data to ascertain the physical activity level of Nigerian undergraduate students, especially among medical students. Hence, there would be need to investigate the physical activity level of students in a Nigeria university community. Aim: The aims of the study were to assess and compare the physical activity of undergraduate students studying Medicine and Physiotherapy. Methods: Two hundred and sixteen undergraduate students studying Medicine and Physiotherapy were recruited using Stratified sampling technique. The International Physical Activity Questionnaire was administered to each student and the data generated was used to compute the Physical activity scores of each participant. Descriptive statistics and Inferential statistics of ANOVA and Independent t-test (student) were used to compare physical activity of the students. Results: The results obtained from this study showed skewness in the mean Physical Activity of students at different studying levels due to some that are physically hyperactive. There was no significant difference in the overall Physical Activity of students studying medicine and physiotherapy. However, there were significant differences in the vigorous physical activity of the students (F= 2.54, p = 0.04). The mean vigorous physical activity of 500 level students studying physiotherapy was significantly higher than that of the 400 level students studying in both programmes (p=0.003 and p = 0.032 respectively). There were no significant differences between in the vigorous activity of the final year students in physiotherapy and medicines; and between male and female, although, the sitting PA of female undergraduate students was significantly higher that of male. Conclusion: There was no significant difference in the total physical activity of students studying medicine and physiotherapy. Similarly, there was no significant difference in the physical activity of male and female students, excluding that of sitting component of physical activity score which was higher for the later.

A Field Study to Assess Physical Activity Levels During Weekdays Among Students in the First Cycle and its Relationship with Lower Limb Muscle Strength

This study aimed to assess physical activity levels during 3 school days among first cycle students and its relationship with lower limb muscle strength. Twenty-eight students from the Governor of Muscat were participated in this study, (age: 11.8±0.3 years, height: 9.0±148 cm, mass Body: 14.5±34.8 kg, BMI: 5.3±19.2 kg.m-2 To assess physical activity levels, the ActiGraph GT3X device was used for 3 school days during the week (from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, daily). All participating performed two tests of lower limb muscle strength (CMJ - FCM). Study results showed that the average physical activity levels of students during 3 school days were (455.9± 56.7minutes) and (26.3±6.6 minutes) for both sedentary physical behavior (SPA) and high-intensity physical activity (VPA), respectively. The results also revealed that the level of moderate and vigorous physical activity level (MVPA) during 3 days of school reached (67.9 ±17.01minutes), which is approximately (22.6 minutes per day), meaning that there was a noticeable decrease in the levels of physical activity practiced during school days (3 days). per week for first cycle students. The results also showed that there was no relationship between all physical activity levels (SPA, LPA, MPA, VPA, MVPA) and lower limb muscle strength tests (CMJ - FCM) among the students (0.05<p).

Social Support and Physical Activity in College and University Students: A Meta-Analysis.

Although physical activity (PA) has a profound impact on health, many college and university students are still physically inactive. There is some evidence to suggest that social support (SS) could impact the PA levels of students, but the internal relationship and specific effects are not very clear. The purpose of this review was to determine the strength of the relationship between SS and PA and examine whether any potential associations differed in terms of age, gender, and region among college and university students. Studies were identified using the following electronic databases: PubMed, SPORTDiscus, Web of Science, and Sociological Abstracts. Moderator analyses investigating the effects of students' age, gender, and region (nation) were performed. This review included 19 articles. The results showed total SS was significantly associated with PA (r = 0.30, 95% confidence interval [CI]: [0.22, 0.37], p < .001). With respect to different types of support, friend support was more strongly associated with PA than family support. Gender factors had a significant moderating effect on the correlation between SS and PA (QM = 17.433, p < .001). Separate analyses examining the moderating effects of gender (percentage of females) found that the association between SS and PA was stronger with the increase in female percentage. In conclusion, SS is an important factor associated with PA levels and should foster SS within intervention programs according to types of SS and gender differences to increase PA levels among college and university students.

Current situation and reform trends of physical education teaching evaluation in the context of deep learning

Abstract Based on the conventional genetic algorithm, this work suggests an adaptive variation genetic algorithm (AGA), which increases population diversity and speeds up convergence by increasing variation probability. The entropy approach is used to first assess the caliber of physical education and to produce a priori assessment samples. It is combined with the AGA-BP model based on adaptive variation probability. The BP neural network is then utilized for assessment learning in the field of evaluating the quality of physical education. It is optimized by an adaptive variation-based genetic algorithm. Finally, student physical activity levels were assessed both before and after the physical education reform using a more thorough and scientifically based EM-AGA-BP teaching quality evaluation model. The findings revealed that, at 41.2% and 53.4%, respectively, the percentage of students’ static activity time after the reform was much lower than that before the reform. By using independent samples t-tests, each revealed significant differences (P 0.05).

Profile analysis through self-determination theory and intention to be physically active: differences according to gender and age.

Physical Education in the current education system has various objectives,including educating students on the values of physical activity and increasing the physical activity levels of students. The purpose of the present study is to analyze the motivational profiles of students, to understand which profiles have higher levels of responsibility, satisfaction of autonomy, competence, and social relationship needs; intention to be physically active; and perception of autonomy support. A total of 752 students from Primary, Secondary, and Non-compulsory Education (M = 13.809; SD = 1.984, 47.9% boys and 52.1% girls), from different educational centers in Spain, participated in the study, to whom a series of questionnaires were administered to find out their values of the mentioned variables. The results established the existence of four profiles: "high quality," "low quality," "high quantity," and "low quantity" of motivation. The results reflect that the students of the "high quality" and "high quantity" profiles had higher values in all the variables in relation to the other two groups (except in amotivation and external regulation), discussing the differential analysis between the four groups. The group with the best results was the "high quantity" profile, as opposed to the "low quantity" profile. In turn, no differences were found according to gender, but according to the educational stage, the Primary Education stage was more related to the more self-determined profiles. Therefore, it is necessary to look for more self-determined motivational profiles from an early age in order to improve levels of responsibility, perception of autonomy, satisfaction of basic psychological needs, and the intention to be physically active.

Investigation of the Effects of Physical Activity Level on Posture, Depression and Sleep Quality in University Students

University years are a critical period for physical activity, which has physical, mental, and social benefits throughout life. This study aimed to understand how the posture, depression, and sleep quality levels of university students with different physical activity levels are affected and to emphasize the importance of interventions that increase physical activity levels. Our study included 366 students from Ankara Medipol University who were studying in 2022-2023 and agreed to participate in our study. Postures of students; with Posture Screen Mobile, physical activity levels; with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), depression levels; with the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and Sleep quality; with the Sleep Quality Scale and Sleep Variables Questionnaire (SQS-SVS) were evaluated. According to the results obtained from the study, when the beck depression inventory scores of the students were compared according to their physical activity levels, there was a difference in favor of the physically active group (p&amp;lt;0.05), while no difference was found in the sleep quality scale scores (p&amp;gt;0.05). No difference was observed between the groups when the posture disorders were compared according to the student's physical activity levels (p&amp;gt;0.05). When university students were classified according to different physical activity levels, it was determined that sleep quality and posture disorders did not change, while depression levels were positively affected as activity levels increased. Directing students to physical activities and evaluating their posture and directing them to necessary activities is essential.

Physical Activity Level amongst University Students and Lecturers across Majors and Programs in Indonesia

Background. Physical inactivity is the fourth leading risk factor contributing to the rapid increase in global mortality. The number is increasing in all sectors, with higher education institutions no exception. As university lecturers and students’ issues related to health and well-being are becoming more prevalent, the need to engage more time in doing physical activity becomes more important. The purpose of this study is to estimate the current physical activity level of students and lecturers across faculties and majors. Materials and methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 2698 students and 355 lecturers in November 2021. They completed an online Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ) and reported the number of days and duration of activities they spent on studying or working, travelling, and recreational activities. All responses as to the duration were converted from hours into METs. Statistical analysis and data entry was performed using SPSS version 21. Results. A significant difference was found in METs scores between lecturers and students in three majors: Economics, Sports Science, and Science Education (p &lt; 0.05). Other findings showed that the PA level among students and lecturers was found in the moderate category, although the low level of physical activity was also higher. Lack of physical activity is a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases and has a negative effect on the quality of life and mental health. Conclusions. Therefore, the university needs to carefully design policies and strategies to promote and enhance the physical activity and well-being of students, lecturers, staff, and all people involved.

The Significance of Students’ Physical Activity for Their Engagement in Learning Activities During the Covid-19 Pandemic

Study purpose. This study aims to clarify the extent to which students’ physical activity is significant for their engagement in the learning process.&#x0D; Materials and methods. The study sample was composed of 202 7th-10th grade students. The data collection was performed in May 2021. The research participants completed the anonymous questionnaire on an online platform. The standardized Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents and the standardized Student Engagement Scale were used to assess levels of physical activity and affective and behavioural engagement.&#x0D; Results. The research findings showed that students’ physical activity depended on the time they participated in physical activities. The highest level of physical activity was during physical education classes. A statistically significant difference was determined in the boys’ and girls’ affective and behavioural engagement. The mean for the girls was higher than the mean for the boys. A statistically significant difference in the behavioural engagement of the 9th and 10th grade students was also found: 9th grade students were more engaged than 10th grade students. The multiple linear regression analysis demonstrated that gender (β = 0.332, p &lt; 0.0001) and physical activity (β = 0.323, p &lt; 0.0001) as predictors had a significant moderate effect on behavioural engagement.&#x0D; Conclusions. The research findings reveal that although the students’ physical activity was low during the COVID-19 pandemic period, this phenomenon (physical activity) still remains a predictor, which has a significant moderate effect on behavioural engagement. It was also determined that during the pandemic, the highest physical activity level of students depended mostly on obligatory physical education lessons. Thus, bearing in mind that physical education lessons were the main physical activity-enhancing measures, we would like to emphasise the importance of these lessons and their proper organisation.

Scale-up of the Internet-based Professional Learning to help teachers promote Activity in Youth (iPLAY) intervention: a hybrid type 3 implementation-effectiveness trial

BackgroundWhole-of-school programs have demonstrated success in improving student physical activity levels, but few have progressed beyond efficacy testing to implementation at-scale. The purpose of our study was to evaluate the scale-up of the ‘Internet-based Professional Learning to help teachers promote Activity in Youth’ (iPLAY) intervention in primary schools using the RE-AIM framework.MethodsWe conducted a type 3 hybrid implementation-effectiveness study and collected data between April 2016 and June 2021, in New South Wales (NSW), Australia. RE-AIM was operationalised as: (i) Reach: Number and representativeness of students exposed to iPLAY; (ii) Effectiveness: Impact of iPLAY in a sub-sample of students (n = 5,959); (iii) Adoption: Number and representativeness of schools that received iPLAY; (iv) Implementation: Extent to which the three curricular and three non-curricular components of iPLAY were delivered as intended; (v) Maintenance: Extent to which iPLAY was sustained in schools. We conducted 43 semi-structured interviews with teachers (n = 14), leaders (n = 19), and principals (n = 10) from 18 schools (11 from urban and 7 from rural locations) to determine program maintenance.ResultsReach: iPLAY reached ~ 31,000 students from a variety of socio-economic strata (35% of students were in the bottom quartile, almost half in the middle two quartiles, and 20% in the top quartile). Effectiveness: We observed small positive intervention effects for enjoyment of PE/sport (0.12 units, 95% CI: 0.05 to 0.20, d = 0.17), perceptions of need support from teachers (0.26 units, 95% CI: 0.16 to 0.53, d = 0.40), physical activity participation (0.28 units, 95% CI: 0.10 to 0.47, d = 0.14), and subjective well-being (0.82 units, 95% CI: 0.32 to 1.32, d = 0.12) at 24-months. Adoption: 115 schools received iPLAY. Implementation: Most schools implemented the curricular (59%) and non-curricular (55%) strategies as intended. Maintenance: Based on our qualitative data, changes in teacher practices and school culture resulting from iPLAY were sustained.ConclusionsiPLAY had extensive reach and adoption in NSW primary schools. Most of the schools implemented iPLAY as intended and effectiveness data suggest the positive effects observed in our cluster RCT were sustained when the intervention was delivered at-scale.Trial registrationACTRN12621001132831.

A Comparison of Caffeine Intake and Physical Activity According to Fatigue Severity in University Students.

This study aims to compare caffeine intake and physical activity levels in university students with severe and ineffective fatigue and examine the relationship between them. A total of 647 (F:527; M:120) university students were included in this cross-sectional study. Individuals' socio-demographic information, severity of fatigue (Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS)), amount of caffeine intake and physical activity level (International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF)) were evaluated. It was determined that 56.5% of the university students (age: 21.21 ± 2.57) participating in the study had severe fatigue. Caffeine intake and physical activity level of students with severe fatigue were statistically significantly lower than those with ineffective fatigue (p < 0.05). In addition, there was a weak negative correlation between fatigue and caffeine intake (r = -0.157; p < 0.001) and physical activity level (r = -0.096; p < 0.017). There was a significant positive correlation between caffeine intake and physical activity (r = 0.143; p < 0.001). This study showed that a significant portion of university students have severe fatigue. In addition, individuals with severe fatigue have decreased caffeine intake and lower physical activity levels. To reduce fatigue, caffeine intake in safe doses should be encouraged in accordance with the individual's metabolic and physiological parameters. In addition, physical activity counseling should be given to encourage physical activity.

Scale-up of the iPLAY school-based physical activity intervention: A hybrid type 3 implementation-effectiveness trial

Introduction: Whole-of-school programs have demonstrated success in improving student physical activity levels, but few progress beyond efficacy testing to implementation at-scale. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the scale-up of the ‘Internet-based Professional Learning to help teachers support Activity in Youth’ (iPLAY) intervention in primary schools using the RE-AIM (Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance) framework.

COVID-19 Pandemisinin Tıp Öğrencilerinin Fiziksel Aktivite Düzeyleri Üzerine Etkisi

Aim: The COVID-19 pandemic has had significant effects on medical education as it affects almost every field. Various restrictions were implemented to prevent the spread of the disease. Face-to-face education rapidly turned into online education. University campuses were evacuated and students were sent to their houses. It is also thought that the process has had an impact on students’ physical activity levels. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the physical activity level of medical students in the COVID-19 pandemic and online education process.Methods: The descriptive study was performed with third year medical students. Data was collected with an online questionnaire between 07–10 June 2021. Volunteering was the basis for participation in the survey. A short sociodemographic information form, and Turkish version of International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF) were used as data collection tools.Results: 79 students volunteered for the study. The mean age of the students was 21.7 ± 4.1 (18-49) years, and 57% (n=45) of them were female. The average screen time of the students was 6.0 ± 3.4 hours, 49.4% (n=39) of the them were eating much more and 68.4% (n=54) of them were doing less physical activity during the pandemic. Sixteen (20.3%) of the students’ Body Mass Index were over to the average value. During the pandemic period, the average weight of the students was 66.9±14.6 kg, their BMI was 22.4±4.1 kg/m2. Although the current weight of the students increased slightly compared to the pre-pandemic period (66.9±14.6, 66.5 ±13.4 respectively), there was no significant change in body mass index (z=-0.80, p=0.93). The students' activity points were 664.5±1233.7 in high activity, 290.7±405.6 in moderate activity, 702.6±626.9 in walking activity, and 1657.9±1498.9 in total. Forty one (51.8%) of the students were not doing high physical activity, 39% (n=31) were not doing moderate physical activity. There was no significant difference in physical activity levels between male and female students (χ2=3.48, p=0.15). No statistically significant corralation was found between the educational status of the parents and the physical activity levels of the students (χ2=1.06, p=0.90 and χ2=2.02, p=0.73, respectively). Conclusions: Physical activity level of medical students was insufficient during the pandemic time. Public health precautions should be achieved to increase students' physical activity levels, and necessary education, support and opportunities should be provided.

A comparison of undergraduate students’ physical activity levels in a standard fitness walking class vs. a service-learning dog walking class

Objective: To investigate the physical activity levels of students enrolled in a standard fitness walking class versus a service-learning dog walking class. Participants: College students (N = 65) from a university in the Southeastern United States (71% female; 85% White; 72% seniors). Methods: Students wore NL-1000 pedometers twice a week for 50 minutes for a full academic year. Service-learning students also completed reflection papers. Pedometer data was analyzed using SPSS and papers were analyzed through inductive coding. Results: Significant differences were found in each quantitative measure collected between classes. Students in the service-learning fitness walking class took more steps, walked further, and obtained more minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity than the students in the standard fitness walking class. Results from student reflections provided insight into why these differences occurred as well as additional student experiences. Conclusions: Incorporating a service component into a physical activity course can be beneficial.

Using Implementation Mapping to develop and test an implementation strategy for active learning to promote physical activity in children: a feasibility study using a hybrid type 2 design

BackgroundIncorporating physical movement in the teaching of academic content (active learning) is a promising approach to improve children’s health and academic performance. Despite documented benefits, implementation of active learning remains challenging for schools. The aims of this study are to develop an implementation strategy to support the delivery of active learning in elementary schools and examine the impact of the developed implementation strategy on the implementation and effectiveness of active learning.MethodsAim 1 will use Implementation Mapping, which is a multi-step approach that guides the use of theory, stakeholder input, and existing literature to develop a scientifically based implementation strategy for active learning in elementary schools. Aim 2 will feature a feasibility study to examine the impact of the implementation strategy on both implementation and effectiveness outcomes, consistent with a Hybrid Type 2 design. Acceptability and implementation fidelity will be the primary implementation outcomes, and student physical activity levels will be the primary effectiveness outcome. We will recruit two elementary schools within our partner district, and one will be randomly assigned to receive usual support while the other will receive the newly developed implementation strategy. Participants from each school will complete baseline, 6-, and 12-month assessments. Bayesian statistical approaches will quantitatively examine preliminary effectiveness outcomes. We will also use an embedded mixed methods approach to triangulate findings.DiscussionThis study’s innovative overarching conceptual framework (centered on Implementation Mapping) will inform the development and testing of the implementation strategy. This study also uses methodological approaches optimal for feasibility studies, including mixed methods and Bayesian statistics. As a result, we will be able to gain a thorough understanding about the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of the implementation strategy, which will inform subsequent research and practice for implementing active learning in schools.Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov, NCT05048433, registered on September 8, 2021.

Examining physical activity in users of campus recreation during campus closure due to COVID-19

Campus recreation facilities are a critical resource to encourage physical activity at universities. COVID-19 closures in 2020 led to the shutdown of many campuses, which included campus recreation facilities. Little is known about how the closures impacted the physical activity levels of students, faculty, and staff who relied on campus recreation for physical activity opportunities. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine if individuals who were users of campus recreation prior to campus closure continued to be physically active when campus closed. The survey was completed by 282 previous users (students, faculty, and staff) of campus recreation. Results indicated that 85.8% of participants were meeting physical activity recommendations following campus closure. To support physical activity off campus, survey respondents suggested online exercise classes via social media and allowing equipment rentals. Future efforts should continue identifying ways campus recreation can support physical activity both on and off campus.

Influência de um ano académico atípico nos níveis de atividade física de alunos de Fisioterapia do 1º ano

Introduction: Portugal is one of the European Union countries with the lowest rate of Physical Activity (PA), with only 40% of the population being active. During the university period, there is a coincidence of increased autonomy and decision-making among students, and changes in life habits, usually associated with a decrease in PA practice. In percentage terms, 30% of university students are considered physically inactive. There are few studies on PA levels in higher education students, namely in the Physiotherapy course, and even less that relate this topic to the imposed containment measures, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Objective: Description and comparison of the PA levels of students enrolled in the 1st year of a Physiotherapy Degree, in the academic year 2019/2020. Understand if there are differences in the practice of PA, at different times of the school year, one of which is the lockdown period. Methods: Data were collected using the “International Physical Activity Questionnaire” (IPAQ). It was shared in 3 moments (academic period without evaluations, exam period and lockdown), being a longitudinal study. Results: Physiotherapy students seem to be active regarding the parameter of PA frequency. With the lockdown, there was an increase in the level of PA in 20% of students compared to the school period without assessments, with 14.3% being raised to a high level of PA. The high percentage of students (42.9%) who maintained a high PA level should be highlighted. There was a significant difference from the 1st to the 2nd moment, at the IPAQ level, with a decrease in PA (p = 0.03) with the exam period. Discussion: In the exams period, although the workload is less, there seems to have been a decrease in PA levels. In the lockdown, aspects are presumed to have been removed, which in a normal situation would compromise the practice of PA, leading to better results in some of the variables. The lockdown doesn’t appear to have had a negative impact on PA. Conclusion: The objective of this study was achieved, establishing a starting point for the assessment of PA levels, in university students, in the period of COVID-19. As the sample is composed of future health professionals, it’s important that they be the first to adopt an active lifestyle, thus promoting it.

Relationship between exercise intensity and stress levels among U.S. medical students

ABSTRACT Background Physical activity may protect the mental health of medical students, yet it is unknown which types and intensities of physical activity have the greatest potential to improve medical student well-being. Objective We characterize the relationship between exercise intensity and stress levels of U.S. medical students, thereby informing the design of future well-being interventions. Design Two cross-sectional validated surveys assessing stress and physical activity were administered one year apart at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. A total of 1,046 out of 1,392 medical students responded (75%). An ordered logistic regression was used to determine the association between stress and each level of exercise intensity (inactivity, moderate-activity, and health-enhancing physical activity [HEPA]). These exercise intensity groupings were compared to the CDC guidelines for aerobic exercise. Results While achieving either moderate-activity or HEPA is compliant with the CDC guidelines for aerobic exercise, the additional intensity of exercise required to achieve HEPA was associated with a 26% increase in the probability of being in the lowest stress quartile and a 22% decrease in the probability of being in the highest stress quartile. Medical student physical activity levels were on-par with the national average per the CDC exercise guidelines (65% vs. 58%), but medical student HEPA levels were significantly lower than the national average (27% vs. 64%; OR 0.21; 95% CI 0.12–0.37). Conclusions There is a large disparity in rates of the highest intensity physical activity (HEPA) between medical students and the age-adjusted national average, which has previously been overlooked by the binary CDC exercise guidelines. The fact that HEPA levels are not optimized and more strongly associated with lower stress levels relative to less intense forms of exercise makes it a promising new target for future well-being interventions among medical trainees.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on changes of physical activity level of students in the Krasnodar Krai: based on a sociological study

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on changes of physical activity level of students in the Krasnodar Krai: based on a sociological study

A survey on relationship between Gendarmerie Coast Guard Academy (GCGA) students' physical activity and COVID-19 infection.

The primary aim of this study was to reveal whether the Gendarmerie Coast Guard Academy (GCGA) students caught and went through the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) according to their physical activity levels during the COVID-19 pandemic process. The research group of the study consisted of 332 volunteer male students studying at the GCGA. International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF) and personal information form were used as data collection tools in the study. The data obtained from the questionnaires were analysed in the Jamovi 1.8.2 statistical software programme with a 95% confidence interval and a 5% margin of error. In the analysis of data, non-parametric correlation test was used for pairwise comparisons and Multinomial and Binomial Logistic Regression test was used for comparisons of subcategories. According to students' body mass index scores, 73.49% of the students were of normal weight. The results of the analysis, showed that 29.82% of the GCGA students had COVID-19, and 70.18% of them did not have COVID-19. It was determined that 91.92% of those who had COVID-19 had mild illness and recovered at home. According to the metabolic equivalence classification of students, a negative and significant relationship between students' physical activity levels (inactive < minimally active < very active) and the risk of getting the positive results for COVID-19 (yes < no) and the severity of COVID-19 (in intensive care < in the hospital < mildly at home) was found. It could be said that increasing the physical activity level of students can reduce the possibility of having COVID-19 and also increase the probability of mild illness not requiring hospitalisation in those with positive COVID-19 test result.

The Relationship Between Physical Activity Levels of the School of Physical Education and Sports Students and Their Life Satisfaction

This study aims to investigate the correlations between the physical activity levels of students who study sports sciences and their life satisfaction levels according to a number of variables. The study group was composed of 212 students—100 of whom were female and 112 of whom were male—who attended Physical Education and Sports School of Adıyaman University in 2020-2021 academic year.The participants were given the international physical activity questionnaire (Craig et al., 2003) and satisfaction with life scale (SWLS) (Diener &amp; Griffin, 1985) along with personal information form (IPAQ-SF) online.As a result, no correlations were found between physical education and sports school students’ levels of physical activities and their life satisfaction. Accordingly, the BMI average for the female students (x̄ = 20.31) was found to be significantly lower than the average for the male students (x̄ = 23.68). The inactive students’ average (x̄ = 21.61) and the average of the students who were very active (x̄ = 21.37) were significantly higher (p &lt; 0.01). On the other hand, no significant differences were found in the participants’ levels of physical activity or in their life satisfaction levels according to types of sports and gender (p &gt; 0.05).In conclusion, it may be stated that physical activities do not affect university students’ life satisfaction but that they eliminate their problems of overweight and that those activities reduce the average for BMI in positive ways and thus resulted in healthier individuals.