Exploring the role of social capital in enhancing physical activity among college and university students: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT: College and university students often exhibit insufficient levels of physical activity, which negatively impacts their health, mental well-being, and academic performance. Social capital has emerged as a potential factor in promoting physical activity. This systematic review, conducted in line with PRISMA guidelines, examines the existing literature on the role of social capital in enhancing physical activity among college and university students. A search of the Web of Science, Scopus, SportDiscus, and PsychINFO databases identified 10 studies published by August 1, 2024, involving 2,700 students, primarily from North America and Europe. The overall quality of the included studies was high, with all scoring above 85% on quality assessments. The findings indicate that social capital, parti

SUBMITTER: Gao Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11602067 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature