Classification Standards for Physical Fitness Indicators of Non-Specialist PE Students at Ho Chi Minh City University of Education: Statistical Basis and Practical Application
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Physical Fitness, Classification, Statistical Analysis, Physical Education, University StudentsAbstract
In the context of contemporary higher education, evaluating students’ physical fitness plays a pivotal role in enhancing educational quality and promoting holistic development. This study aims to establish a classification standard for the physical fitness indices of students at An Giang University, employing statistical methods (mean and standard deviation) across six indicators: 30m sprint, standing long jump, 4×10m shuttle run, 5-minute endurance run, trunk flexion, and sit-ups. Data were collected from 200 students at two time points—at the beginning of the academic year and after six months of training. The results reveal a significant improvement in the physical fitness indices following the training period, thereby affirming the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed classification system. This framework provides a robust theoretical basis for the objective assessment of physical education.
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