An Analysis of the Physical Activity and Eating Behavior of College Students

Abstract

Abstract. The aim of this study was to analyze the differences in physical activity and eating behavior between college students with normal body fat and those with high body fat. In total, 78 people aged 20-29 consented to participate in the study: 48 in the normal body fat group and 30 in the high body fat group. Participants were surveyed on general and health-related characteristics, physical activities, and eating behavior through a questionnaire. The differences in physical activity and eating behavior were examined with an independent t-test using SPSS 21.0. There was a significant difference in the intensity, type and frequency of exercise between the two groups. The result of this study indicates that physical activity has a more direct relationship with body fat than eating behavior.

A Comparative Study on Physical Activity, Dietary Habits, and Physical Strength According to Body Fat Groups in College Students

“…Actually, physical strength has been reported to play an important role in the quality of life [19]. The differences in physical strength in early adulthood, prior to the occurrence of changes in physical health caused by body fat, could escalate with age [20]. Body fat has a great effect on a person's health; hence, it requires constant focus and management always.…”