Associations between body mass index and health-related physical fitness among Chinese university students: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: Obesity among university students is a growing concern with significant implications for physical and mental health. This study aims to examine the associations between body mass index (BMI) and health-related physical fitness among Chinese university students. Data were collected from 14,735 students (9,117 males and 5,618 females) aged 19-25 years. Physical fitness was assessed using the Chinese College Students' Physical Fitness Test, and BMI was calculated as weight (kg) divided by height (m)². Statistical analyses included Spearman correlation and quadratic regression to explore the relationships between BMI and various physical fitness parameters. Obese students exhibited higher vital capacity but poorer performance in speed, endurance, flexibility, and strength tests comp

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12303885 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature