Abstract:

Objective To study the level of physical activity and body composition of male college students in China and Southeast Asian countries, and to explore the correlation between physical activity level and body composition. Methods A total of 442 male college students were randomly selected in a college in Guangxi, of which 294 Chinese college students, 148 college students in Southeast Asian countries.Physical activity level was investigated using the international physical questionnaire, and body composition was measured by body composition analyzer. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 16.0 software. Results In addition to moderate intensity physical activity level (P>0.05),walking activity level, the high intensity physical activity level and total physical activity of Chinese male college students were higher than that of South East Asian countries (all P<0.05).Pearson correlation analysis showed that the level of walking physical activity was negatively correlated with body weight, fat, muscle volume, presumed bone mass and swelling index.High intensity physical activity level and body fat, muscle mass, bone mass was positively related presumption, and has a negative correlation with fat content and swelling index.The level of middle strength physical activity was only negatively correlated with height. Conclusion There are significant differences in physical activity level and body composition between male college students and Southeast Asian male college students. These might may be related to genes, ethnic groups, diet and other factors. It is suggested that high intensity physical activity levels are more conducive to maintaining physical health.

Key words: China, Southeast Asia, College student, Physical activity level, Body composition analysis, Male