Sport Mont (Sep 2012)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, PERCEIVED HEALTH AND WELNESS IN A COLLEGE POPULATION
Abstract
An empirical study on salutogenetic conception started in 2008 among the Students of the Teacher Training Faculty in Subotica has the aim to survey, in their complexity, the perceived health and wellness status of Students`. The total item number of the sample id:196 persons. By the survey`s results the general health status and wellness of the Students` show an exceptionally negative picture. In its background the low level of physical activity plays a significant role. The empirical study strengthens the standpoint that Students in Higher Education need some kind of healthconsciousness development and opportunities for leisure time activities, primarily opportunities connected to physical recreation.
