Thesis (BS Physical Therapy) - Mariano Marcos State University

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ABSTRACT ANTONIO BB, BERNARDEZ MQE, BUTAY NDD, DELA CRUZ LAG, RAFADA KCB. Mariano Marcos State University, May 2021. Perceived Barriers and the Level of Physical Activity of the Mariano Marcos State University Physical Therapy Students Adviser: Mrs. Marilou J. Raval Due to the globally reported decrease of physical activity, the researchers, as aspiring health professionals have been motivated to seriously consider looking at the level of physical activity (PA) and the possible perceived barriers to physical activity among Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (BSPT) students at the Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU). Thus, this study determined the socio-demographic profile, PA level, and the perceived barriers among the respondents and, the relationship between the variables. A descriptive correlational design was used in this study. Total of 159 MMSU BSPT students from 1st year to 3rd year level were involved. The International-Physical Activity- Questionnaire (IPAQ) and the Barriers-to-Physical Activity-Questionnaire were used in this study. Descriptive statistics and spearman's rho correlation were used to analyze the data. Results showed that PT students have a moderate level of physical activity. Findings also showed that the lack of energy, time, and resources were considered as the most significant barriers. There is no relationship between level of PA and the socio- demographic profile of the respondent. Moreover, there is also no relationship between the social-demographic profile and perceived barriers. There is a moderate relationship between the perceived barriers and the level of PA. In conclusion, the course of PT have positively influenced health behaviors and number of perceived barriers present because movement plays a central role in the profession of PT and that they are inclined to be more active and have extensive knowledge about proper health protocols. Keywords. Perceived barriers, physical activity, physical activity level, physical therapy students.