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A STUDY OF CORRELATION BETWEEN HEALTH-RELATED PHYSICAL FITNESS

AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS

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Madhya Bharti -Humanities and Social Sciences UGC Care Group I Journal
(मध्यभारती) ISSN: 0974-0066 Vol-84 No. 27, January – June: 2023
A STUDY OF CORRELATION BETWEEN HEALTH-RELATED PHYSICAL FITNESS
AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS

Mr. Amitahamad N. Tamboli: Assistant professor, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University)

College of Physical Education Pune. Email: amit.tamboli@bharatividyapeeth.edu
Abstract
Physical fitness plays a crucial role in our daily lives, particularly when it comes to academic
achievement. Research suggests that increasing physical activity and improving fitness levels can have
a positive impact on academic performance. Introducing physical activity during the school day, such
as through recess and physical education classes, can also enhance learning by improving attention
and memory. College students, who face various stressors like heavy workloads and career planning,
can greatly benefit from maintaining good physical fitness and overall health. These factors have a
significant influence on academic achievement, especially within the college environment. In addition,
a specific study has been conducted to examine the correlation between health-related physical fitness
and academic achievement among college students in Pune, Maharashtra, India. This research aims to
contribute to the advancement of society by further understanding the relationship between physical
fitness and academic achievement specifically in the context of college students in that region. The
study utilized a survey research design and focused on male students aged 19 to 24 enrolled in
undergraduate professional and non-professional courses in science, social science, technical, and
management faculties. Various physical fitness tests were employed, including assessments of
flexibility, cardiorespiratory endurance, BMI, muscular endurance, and muscular strength, to explore
their potential association with academic achievement, specifically in terms of performance in studies.

Key Words: Health-related Physical fitness, Academic Achievement

Introduction
Physical fitness plays a crucial role in our everyday lives, particularly when it comes to academic
success. Studies indicate that increased physical activity and improved fitness levels can result in
enhanced academic performance. The inclusion of physical activity during the school day, such as
through recess and physical education classes, can also improve cognitive functions like attention and
memory, thereby facilitating learning. College students, who encounter various stressors like heavy
workloads and career planning, can greatly benefit from maintaining optimal physical fitness and
overall well-being. These factors have a substantial influence on academic achievement, particularly
within the college environment. Furthermore, a specific study focuses on investigating the correlation
between physical fitness awareness and health-related physical fitness among college students in Pune,
Maharashtra, India. The primary goal of this research is to contribute to the progress of society by
gaining deeper insights into the association between physical fitness and academic achievement
specifically among college students in that particular region.

Problem and its Relevance:

Physical fitness plays a crucial role in our daily lives, especially concerning academic achievement.
Research suggests that increased physical activity and fitness levels can lead to better academic
performance. Incorporating physical activity into the school day enhances learning by improving
cognitive functions like attention and memory. College students face numerous stressors that can
hinder their success, making physical fitness and health particularly important for academic
achievement. Therefore, this study's significance lies in its contribution to society's advancement by
exploring the impact of physical fitness on academic achievement, specifically among college
students.

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Objectives of the Study:
The objective of this research study is to examine the relationship between physical fitness awareness
and health-related physical fitness among college students in Pune. The study utilizes a survey research
design, conducted independently by the researcher. To ensure focus and manageability, the study is
delimited to a specific population and scope. Specifically, it includes degree college students in the
Pune district, with a focus on science, social science, technical, and management faculties. The sample
size is limited to 600 male undergraduate students aged 19 to 24 years, enrolled in professional and
non-professional courses. It is important to note that the study solely focuses on the health-related
aspects of physical fitness and academic achievement among college students in Pune, while
disregarding other factors that may influence physical fitness.

Sampling & Population:

To conduct this research, the population under consideration was the students studying in
undergraduate and professional colleges located in Pune, Maharashtra, India. The age range of the
students included in the study was between 19 to 24 years. The study covered five colleges in Pune,
and 600 students participated in the survey. The research's objective and topic were focused on students
in various professional colleges in Pune.

Tools used for data collection:

Health-Related Physical Fitness Tests
Flexibility-Sit and reach test
Cardiorespiratory Endurance-Step Test at Home
BMI
Muscular endurance- bent knee sit-ups
Muscular strength-grip dynamiter
Academic achievement-an individual's performance in their studies

Result of Spearman's Correlations of the Test on Physical Fitness Awareness of the Students of
Science, Technical, Social Science, and Management Faculty
Health-Related Academic
Physical fitness Achievement
Correlation
1.00 .423**
Coefficient
Health-Related
Physical fitness Sig. (2-tailed) 0.00
Spearman's N 600.00 600.00
rho Correlation
.423** 1.00
Coefficient
Academic
Achievement Sig. (2-tailed) 0.00
N 600.00 600.00

Result:
The study found significant positive correlations between health-related physical fitness and academic
achievement, as well as between physical fitness awareness and academic achievement, among male
students in various faculties. The correlation coefficient for health-related physical fitness and
academic achievement was 0.423, indicating a significant positive relationship. Similarly, the
correlation coefficient for physical fitness awareness and academic achievement was 0.949, suggesting

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a strong positive relationship. These findings highlight the importance of physical fitness and
awareness in academic performance among male students.

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