Bali Medical and Wellness Journal
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): Bali Medical and Wellness Journal

Physical Fitness Levels Based on the 12-Minute Running Test in Medical Undergraduate Cadets at the Republic of Indonesia Defense University, Cohort 4 of the Year 2023

Trevicko Mahottama Ardiansyah (Medical Study Program, Faculty of Military Medicine, Indonesian Defense University, West Java, Indonesia)
Syahnadira Puspita Handandari (Medical Study Program, Faculty of Military Medicine, Indonesian Defense University, West Java, Indonesia)
Adinda Ratulia Suwarno (Medical Study Program, Faculty of Military Medicine, Indonesian Defense University, West Java, Indonesia)
Salsabila Azka (Medical Study Program, Faculty of Military Medicine, Indonesian Defense University, West Java, Indonesia)
Mozart Mozart (Medical Study Program, Faculty of Military Medicine, Indonesian Defense University, West Java, Indonesia)
Vireza Pratama (Medical Study Program, Faculty of Military Medicine, Indonesian Defense University, West Java, Indonesia)
Deity Nugraha (Medical Acupuncture Specialist Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia)
Elies Fitriani (Medical Study Program, Faculty of Military Medicine, Indonesian Defense University, West Java, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jul 2024

Abstract

Objective: Physical fitness plays a critical role in maintaining the health and performance of medical undergraduate students, particularly at the Republic of Indonesia Defense University (RIDU), where academic studies intersect with military training. This study aims to describe the physical fitness levels of medical undergraduate cadets based on the results of the 12-minute running test (Cooper Test) and their self-reported physical activity levels using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ). Methods: We employed a descriptive survey research method. The study included 72 respondents from the 2023 cohort 4 student population. Results: Physical Activity Levels: The majority of respondents reported a heavy level of physical activity (87.5%). Physical Fitness Levels: Overall, respondents demonstrated a sufficient level of physical fitness (73.6%). Gender and Age: No significant differences were observed in the distribution of physical fitness levels based on gender or age. Conclusion: Most cadets enrolled in undergraduate medical study programs at RIDU exhibit an adequate level of physical fitness.

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bmwj

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Dentistry Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

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The Bali Medical and Wellness Journal is an internationally open-access, peer-reviewed journal that aims to disseminate high-quality research and knowledge related to medical sciences and wellness practices fostering a holistic approach to health, integrating physical, mental, and social well-being. ...