Physical activity and the quality of life in the physical dimension of respondents from Independent Culture Centers in Poland

Abstract

Background. The aim of the study was to investigate the potential relationship between physical activity and quality of life of people representing Independent Culture Centers (ICC). It is probably the first scientific article addressing the issue of people from such a niche group as ICC members and examining their physical activity and quality of life. Material and methods. The study group consisted of 104 people (38 women and 66 men), aged 19 to 46, members of ICC located in Poland. The level of physical activity of the respondents was examined using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). The quality of life in the physical dimension was assessed using the 36-Short Form Health Survey questionnaire (SF36v2). Results. Even though in each of the analyzed levels of physical activity intensity differences were demonstrated between respondents from the compared groups of people with different levels of quality of life, in none of the analyzed cases was a statistically significant differentiation demonstrated. Conclusions. The results obtained by the research ICC respondents are unusual in light of previous research related to the issue under consideration. Therefore, further research is needed among ICC members, which would help indicate what a relationship is there between physical activity and quality of life.