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International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences Vol. 13(3), pp. 647 - 657
DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130319
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Physical Education and Academic Success: How Physical Activity Levels and Mental Well-Being Affect GPA and Performance in Physical Education Colleges
M. Fransazeli Makorohim 1,*, Ricky Fernando 1, Alficandra Alficandra 1, Zulkifli Zulkifli 1, Martinus 2
1 Physical Education Study Program, Universitas Islam Riau, Indonesia
2 Physical Education Study Program, Universitas Bina Darma, Indonesia
ABSTRACT
This study aimed to investigate the link between physical activity and academic performance while considering stress, mental health, demographic variables, and potential improvements for physical education and academic support. A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted with 248 undergraduate students (156 males, 92 females; ages 18-25) from the Physical Education College at the University of Riau Province. Data collection utilized validated tools, including questionnaires on participation and activity, stress scales, mental health evaluations, and academic records. Significant positive correlations were found between physical education participation and academic performance metrics, specifically practical course performance (r = 0.48, p < 0.001) and cumulative GPA (r = 0.42, p < 0.001). Physical education involvement was identified as a substantial predictor of cumulative GPA (尾 = 0.28, p < 0.001) after controlling for demographic and activity factors. Students engaging in higher levels of physical activity demonstrated enhanced academic performance relative to their less active peers. Mental health and perceived stress were found to be critical mediators in the relationship between physical education participation and academic achievement. The findings underscore a robust positive correlation between physical education involvement and academic success in a specialized Physical Education College, with mental health and stress as essential mediating factors. Encouraging consistent engagement in physical education may improve both physical fitness and academic performance through enhanced mental health and reduced stress. Higher education physical education programs should focus on promoting psychological well-being in conjunction with the development of physical skills.
KEYWORDS
Physical Education, Academic Achievement, Mental Well-Being, Stress, Physical Activity, Cognitive Function, Academic Performance
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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] M. Fransazeli Makorohim , Ricky Fernando , Alficandra Alficandra , Zulkifli Zulkifli , Martinus , "Physical Education and Academic Success: How Physical Activity Levels and Mental Well-Being Affect GPA and Performance in Physical Education Colleges," International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, Vol. 13, No. 3, pp. 647 - 657, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130319.
(b). APA Format:
M. Fransazeli Makorohim , Ricky Fernando , Alficandra Alficandra , Zulkifli Zulkifli , Martinus (2025). Physical Education and Academic Success: How Physical Activity Levels and Mental Well-Being Affect GPA and Performance in Physical Education Colleges. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, 13(3), 647 - 657. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130319.