2024, Volume 18, Issue 3

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Przeglądanie 2024, Volume 18, Issue 3 według Temat "adolescents"
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    Drink consumption by children and young people of school age
    (Akademia Bialska im. Jana Pawła II, 2024-02-16) Krajewska-Pędzik, Anna ; Mikowska, Katarzyna ; Kozubal, Adam
    Early childhood is especially conducive to shaping nutritional patterns, the effects of which may be felt throughout life. Fluid intake is an important element of a balanced diet. Currently, the nutrition of children and adolescents is characterized by many mistakes. The aim of the study was to assess the amount of fluids consumed by school-age children and adolescents and to analyze the types of drinks chosen. Material and methods. The research material consisted of data obtained from 2,986 children and adolescents 10 to 18 years of age attending selected schools in Poland that joined the e-PE program. It is an innovative tool that makes it easier for physical education teachers to work on-site and remotely. The diagnostic survey method, a questionnaire, was chosen to carry out the research. Results. The recommended amount of drinks consumed per day was declared by 62.4% of the surveyed students. Unfortunately, 4% of young people do not drink the minimum amount of fluids in any form, and the values they provide are extremely low, which may pose a serious threat to life. Moreover, the level of consumption of energy drinks is worrying. Unfortunately, as many as 18.1% of young people prefer such drinks. Conclusions. Proper fluid intake during the day applies to 2/3 of the respondents. The rest do not drink the recommended amount of drinks. The choice of the type of fluids is a positive signal. The respondents most often chose still water.
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    Relationship between spinal column health and physical activity among schoolchildren aged 12-13
    (Akademia Bialska im. Jana Pawła II, 2024-01-29) Szigethy, Mónika ; Nagyváradi, Katalin ; Heszteráné Ekler, Judit ; Ihász, Ferenc
    This study aimed to investigate the potential correlation between the physiological condition of the spine and posture habits among both adolescent athletes and non-athletes. Material and methods. In this research, a modified version of the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ) was utilized to assess the exercise routines and sports engagement of the participants. Additionally, the Idiag M360pro Spinal Mouse device was employed for the evaluation of spinal column health. Results. The findings revealed a statistically significant relationship between negligence and sports participation (χ2(1, n=61)=6.036, p=0.018). Specifically, a smaller proportion of athletes (39.1%, 9 individuals) exhibited careless posture in comparison to non-athletes (71.7%, 27 individuals). Moreover, a statistically significant association was identified between poor posture and involvement in sports (χ2(1, n=61)=7.878, p=0.008). Notably, a smaller percentage of athletes (26.1%, 6 individuals) demonstrated poor posture, contrasted with non-athletes (63.2%, 24 individuals). Conclusions. The results indicate that within the examined sample, athletes exhibited a lower prevalence of poor posture. Nevertheless, it is noteworthy that half of the entire sample manifested issues related to posture. Consequently, the primary role of physical education instructors and coaches should involve preventive measures through physical activities that foster a passion for sports. This, in turn, can contribute to the development of proper muscle balance and the maintenance of correct posture.