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Physical Self-Perception of Pupils In PE Classes - Differences With Regard To Gender And Nutritional Status

Physical self-perception (PSP) is one of the factors that influence on the motivation for more frequent physical exercise. To examine the level of PSP of the primary school pupils in the Physical Education class (PE) and to determine differences in the dimensions of PSP with regard to gender and nutritional status. The study was con- ducted on a sample of 283 4th and 8th grade pupils. PSP was exam- ined based on an anonymous questionnaire by which the respon- dents assessed their coordination, sports competencies, strength, flexibility and endurance. Body mass index (BMI) was calculated as an indicator of nutritional status. The significance of differences in the dimensions of PSP with regard to gender and nutritional status were calculated. 4th graders in all dimensions of PSP have higher scores than 8th graders. 8th male graders have significantly higher results in all dimensions than 8th female graders. 4th male graders have higher results only in the dimensions of strength. 4th graders with normal BMI vs. overweight BMI have significantly higher re- sults in the dimensions of coordination, flexibility and endurance, while 8th graders with normal BMI better assess only the dimen- sions of strength. Low level of PSP may be an obstacle to engaging in physical activity. The results of this research indicate risk groups that need strategies aimed to raising the level of PSP.

physical self-percepcion ; Physical activity ; pupils ; differences

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