Document Type : Original Article
Authors
- . Mona Soliman
- . Abeer Rasheed
- . Hager Abdel Hady
- . Malek Jdaitawi
- . Amany Khamees
- . Reda Abdelsalam
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The impact of Coronavirus Disease‑19 on peoples’ life has become evident.
Recently, sport activities are important in improving individual health and their well‑being. The aim of
this study is to investigate the effect of using mobile phone fitness applications on some characteristics
of physical fitness and psychological well‑being of female university students.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: A descriptive study design was implemented using a survey which
was adapted to collect data from a sample of 50 female participants within the age of 18 to 19 years.
As for the results, the participants indicated that they used physical fitness application by smart
phone regularly during COVID‑19.
RESULTS: The results also illustrate that there was a significant difference on the study variables
based on the study groups and test time. The study results extend literature concerning sport activities
participation and promoting positive well‑being during COVID‑19 pandemic.
CONCLUSION: The study indicated a significant difference of the application on physical fitness
and psychological well‑being among the participants. Based on the results, the study recommended
to organize several sport activities among students and encourage them to use smart phones for
positive purposes. Finally, practical implications are outlined.
Keywords
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