Comparative Study of Body Mass Index between Physical Active Students and Non-Physical Active Students in Kerala
Author : Kiran KS
Abstract :
This study aimed to investigate the differences in Body Mass Index (BMI) between physical active students and non-physical active students. A cross-sectional analysis was conducted among a sample of Four hundred school students, comprising two groups: physical active students (n=200) and non-physical active students (n= 200). Body mass index was calculated using standard formulae, and physical activity levels were assessed using self-reported measures. Descriptive statistics, including means and standard deviations, were computed a Body mass index for both groups. Additionally, inferential statistics, such as independent samples t-tests, were employed to compare Body mass index between the two groups. Preliminary findings revealed a significant difference in Body mass index between physical active students and non-physical active students (p < 0.05). Physical active student’s demonstrated lower mean Body mass index compared to their non-physical active counterparts. This suggests a potential association between engagement in physical activity and Body mass index levels among school students. Further analyses examining the influence of various factors, including dietary habits, socio-economic status, and duration of physical activity, are warranted to better understand the observed differences. The implications of these findings for promoting healthier lifestyles and preventing obesity among school students are discussed.
Keywords :
BMI, physical activity, physically active students, physically non active students
