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Comparative analysis of physical fitness and body composition in first-year bachelor sports sciences
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Physical fitness and body composition are foundational to the training and academic success of sports sciences students. However, baseline physical profiles may vary across institutions and countries, reflecting differences in cultural, educational, and physical activity environments. This study aimed to compare physical fitness levels and anthropometric characteristics of first-year sports sciences students from three European institutions in France and Portugal.
Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted with 172 first-year university students (121 males, 51 females) enrolled in sports sciences programs at one French (UMLP) and two Portuguese institutions (IPB and IPG). Participants completed a standardized physical fitness test battery assessing aerobic capacity (estimated VO₂max), upperand lower-body strength (handgrip, isometric mid-thigh pull), explosive power (standing long jump), flexibility (sitand-reach), and balance (standing stork test). Anthropometric measures included body mass, fat mass, and lean mass.
Group and gender differences were analyzed using ANOVA and effect sizes.
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Physical fitness University students Sports sciences Cross-cultural comparison Gender differences
Contexto Educativo
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Morais, Jorge; Larrière, Onésie; Bragada, José A.; Bartolomeu, Raúl Filipe; Magalhães, Pedro; Schnegg, Antoine; Houndekon, Martial; Garnier, Yoann M.; Mourot, Laurent (2025). Comparative analysis of physical fitness and body composition in first-year bachelor sports sciences. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation. ISSN 2052-1847. 17.1, p. 1-13
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BioMed Central Ltd