Correlation Between Physical Activity Level and Health Status of Undergraduate Students In University Of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

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dc.contributor.authorBAKINDE, Surajudeen Tosho
dc.contributor.authorFATOBA, Oluwabusuyi John
dc.contributor.authorSANGODEYI, Oluwatosin Adejare
dc.contributor.authorIGBA, Emmanuel Igba
dc.date.accessioned2026-04-22T06:09:00Z
dc.date.available2026-04-22T06:09:00Z
dc.date.issued2026-03
dc.description.abstractThis study examined the relationship between physical activity levels and the health status of undergraduate students at the University of Ilorin. An ex post facto study design was employed, with a sample of 600 students drawn from the institution's undergraduate enrolment. Data regarding physical activity were gathered using an updated version of the Physical Activity Participation Questionnaire. Standardised methods and instruments were employed to evaluate body weight (kg), height (m), waist circumference (cm), and hip circumference (cm). The supplies included a calibrated weighing scale, a stadiometer, and a non-elastic tape measure. The hypotheses generated for the study were assessed using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) at a significance threshold of 0.05. The analysis disclosed no substantial correlation between students' physical activity levels and their health status. This outcome suggests that physical exercise alone may not directly affect the overall health condition of undergraduates at the institution. Therefore, the study recommended that health promotion initiatives at universities should encompass not only physical exercise but also holistic wellness therapies. Such activities may include dietary education, mental health support, and the promotion of healthy lifestyle practices. Additionally, it was advised that routine health assessments be implemented to improve the oversight and assistance of students' general well-being. Keywords: P
dc.identifier.citationBakinde,S.T.,Fatoba, O.J., Sangodeyi, O.A & Igba, I.E.(2026). Correlation Between Physical and Health Status of Undergraduate Students in University of Ilorin, Nigeria. Zamfara International Journal of Education (ZIJE); The Official Journal of the Faculty of Education, Federal Universtiy Gusau, Zamfara State, Nigeria. 3(1): eISSN (Online Copy): 2814-1369 pISSN (Hard copy): 2814-1377
dc.identifier.issn2251 – 0974
dc.identifier.urihttps://uilspace.unilorin.edu.ng/handle/123456789/17542
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherDepartment of Science Education Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State, Nigeria
dc.subjectPhysical activity
dc.subjecthealth
dc.subjectundergraduate students
dc.subjecthealth status
dc.subjectuniversity of Ilorin.
dc.titleCorrelation Between Physical Activity Level and Health Status of Undergraduate Students In University Of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
dc.typeArticle

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