Associations between physical activity and health-related quality of life among university students in Zhuhai, China.

ABSTRACT: Physical inactivity is a major global public health concern, contributing to the rising burden of chronic diseases and mental health issues. Despite its known health benefits, physical activity levels remain insufficient, particularly among college students, posing significant risks to their physical and psychological well-being. To address this, a cross-sectional study with 406 university students was conducted in Zhuhai, Guangdong, China, including 280 females and 126 males, all aged between 18 and 21. Physical activity was measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF), and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) was assessed through the 12-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), which includes Physical Component Summary (PCS) and Mental Component Su

SUBMITTER: Tao X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12379276 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature