INVESTIGATING THE INFLUENCE OF KNOWLEDGE OF HEALTH EDUCATION ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EGOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE
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This study investigates the influence of knowledge of health education on physical activity levels among adolescents in secondary schools within Egor Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria. The primary purpose is to explore whether awareness and
understanding of health education contents translate into active participation in physical activities among young students, aiming to establish a link that can inform future health promotion strategies. A descriptive survey research design was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire to gather data from a stratified random sample of 120 students drawn from four public secondary schools. The instrument's validity was ensured through expert review for content and face validity, and its reliability was confirmed with a test-retest method yielding a coefficient of 0.82. Data were analyzed through frequency counts, percentages,
and chi-square tests to examine the relationships between knowledge levels and physical activity behaviors. The findings revealed that although students possess a moderate level of knowledge regarding health education, this does not consistently influence their physical activity behaviors due to various barriers such as environmental constraints and societal perceptions. The study recommends targeted interventions to bridge the gap between knowledge and practice, including improved recreational facilities, community engagement, and tailored health education programs that address specific cultural and environmental factors to promote lifelong active lifestyles among adolescents.
understanding of health education contents translate into active participation in physical activities among young students, aiming to establish a link that can inform future health promotion strategies. A descriptive survey research design was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire to gather data from a stratified random sample of 120 students drawn from four public secondary schools. The instrument's validity was ensured through expert review for content and face validity, and its reliability was confirmed with a test-retest method yielding a coefficient of 0.82. Data were analyzed through frequency counts, percentages,
and chi-square tests to examine the relationships between knowledge levels and physical activity behaviors. The findings revealed that although students possess a moderate level of knowledge regarding health education, this does not consistently influence their physical activity behaviors due to various barriers such as environmental constraints and societal perceptions. The study recommends targeted interventions to bridge the gap between knowledge and practice, including improved recreational facilities, community engagement, and tailored health education programs that address specific cultural and environmental factors to promote lifelong active lifestyles among adolescents.
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