Physical activity and the transition from school to university: A cross-sectional survey among university students in Germany
Diehl K, Hilger J (2016)
Publication Type: Journal article
Publication year: 2016
Journal
Book Volume: 31
Pages Range: 223-226
Journal Issue: 4
DOI: 10.1016/j.scispo.2016.04.012
Abstract
Introduction The transition from school to university may be accompanied by different changes in lifestyle. We aimed to investigate whether students’ physical activity (PA) differs between school and university and which role change of residence plays. Summary of facts and results We analyzed data on 689 university students (69.5% female; mean: 22.7 years). The majority changed PA compared to school (less: 45.4%, more: 36.5%). Among those who were at the beginning of their studies and those who changed residence for the start of studies, the proportion of individuals having reduced PA was higher compared to their reference groups of students in higher semesters and students having not changed residence, respectively. Students visiting their hometown more frequently and staying there during semester break were more likely to have reduced PA. Conclusion Students who changed residence for starting studies seem to be a vulnerable group future intervention campaigns should focus on. Supporting those students to stay physically active during studies may be important to help them starting an active and healthy work life after graduation. Additionally, freshmen at universities may need more support to have the opportunity to stay physically active.
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APA:
Diehl, K., & Hilger, J. (2016). Physical activity and the transition from school to university: A cross-sectional survey among university students in Germany. Science & Sports, 31(4), 223-226. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scispo.2016.04.012
MLA:
Diehl, Katharina, and J. Hilger. "Physical activity and the transition from school to university: A cross-sectional survey among university students in Germany." Science & Sports 31.4 (2016): 223-226.
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