A comparative study on physical fitness components between residential and non-residential high school boys

Abstract

Introduction: Physical fitness comprises two related concepts: general fitness (a state of health and well-being) and specific fitness (a task-oriented definition based on the ability to perform specific aspects of sports or occupations). In previous years, fitness was commonly defined as the capacity to carry out the day's activities without undue fatigue. Physical fitness is defined as the ability of body to function efficiently and effectively, to enjoy leisure, to be healthy, to resist disease, and to cope with emergency situations. Purpose: The purpose of the study was to “A comparative study on physical fitness components between residential and non-residential high school boys”. Methodology: The main purpose of this study was to compare the selected physical Fitness components between residential and non residential high school boys of channagiri taluk. In order to achieve the purpose of the study data was collected (100 students from 50 Residential High School Boys 50 Non Residential High School Boys. Balance, agility, speed, strength, reaction time. Hypothesis: It was hypothesized that there will be a difference in physical fitness between Residential and Non-Residential High School Boys.