Physical activity, physical development and eating habits within the lifestyle of students from Ukraine
Journal Title: Health Problems of Civilization - Year 2014, Vol 8, Issue 4
Abstract
The aim of this study was to investigate the physical activity, the basic parameters of physical development, and eating habits of students from Ukraine. The research method of diagnostic survey using a IPAQ questionnaire and nutrition questionnaire was carried out in 2013 among 2 125 students, for 60.8% of women and 39.2% men. As a result of studies beneficial indicators of total physical activity were demonstrated, with higher physical activity of persons who have sufficient amount of free time. The level of BMI indicator is in the majority of students at a normal level. The amount and frequency of meals is a sign of positive healthy behaviors. Also the disadvantageous behaviors occur, such as avoidance and loss of control over eating and induction of vomiting for the sake of one's body.
Authors and Affiliations
Barbara Bergier, Józef Bergier, Anatolii Tsos
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- DOI 10.5114/hpc.2014.57092
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