DYNAMICS OF STUDENTS’ PHYSICAL WELL-BEING INDICATORS DURING QUARANTINE RESTRICTIONS

Abstract

The aim: To study the dynamics of students’ physical well-being and physical fitness during the quarantine restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and methods: The research involved 263 students (148 men and 115 women) aged 18-20. Depending on the volume of physical activity performed by students during quarantine restrictions, they were divided into three groups (with sufficient, high, and low volume). The physical well-being of students was determined by the method proposed by Ye. A. Pyrohova. The level of physical fitness was determined by the results of students’ performance of the exercises. Results: The most pronounced negative changes in physical well-being indicators were found in group C students (both men and women), whose volume of motor activity during quarantine restrictions was low. Among the physical qualities, the level of endurance of students was the most negatively affected. Conclusions: It was found that physical exercises have a positive effect on students’ physical well-being during quarantine restrictions. The rational use of physical education makes it possible to mobilize the reserve motor capabilities of the students’ body, offset the negative impact of low motor activity and sedentary lifestyle during quarantine restrictions, and help maintain the physical well-being and level of physical fitness at the proper level.