IMPACT OF VIRTUAL REALITY-BASED EXERCISE PROGRAMS ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION AND HEALTH OUTCOMES IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
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Keywords
Physical activity, Physical education, Physical fitness, Virtual reality
Abstract
Background: This study aims to investigate virtual reality-based exercise programs in physical education. We want to determine if these programs increase student participation in physical activities, improve physical fitness, boost motivation, and engagement.
Method: This study was being conducted using a sample of 275 MBA students from different institutions. SEM, moderation analysis, ANOVA, and T-tests will be used in our investigation. We want to get useful insights into the efficacy of this new technique in encouraging physical activity and general well-being by investigating the potential influence of virtual reality on physical education and health outcomes among MBA students.
Result: The study findings indicate that virtual reality-based exercise programs have a significantly positive impact on physical education. They increase student participation, improve physical fitness, and boost motivation and engagement (p < 0.05). Gender and age differences also affect program outcomes. Overall, virtual reality programs enhance physical education effectiveness and inclusivity.
Conclusion: In our study, virtual reality-based exercise programs had a significant positive impact on physical education. They increased student physical activity engagement (p < 0.05), improved fitness levels (p < 0.05), and enhanced overall involvement (p < 0.05). Gender- related differences and age-related changes were also observed, emphasizing the potential of VR-based training to benefit students’ participation, fitness, and motivation in physical education.
Method: This study was being conducted using a sample of 275 MBA students from different institutions. SEM, moderation analysis, ANOVA, and T-tests will be used in our investigation. We want to get useful insights into the efficacy of this new technique in encouraging physical activity and general well-being by investigating the potential influence of virtual reality on physical education and health outcomes among MBA students.
Result: The study findings indicate that virtual reality-based exercise programs have a significantly positive impact on physical education. They increase student participation, improve physical fitness, and boost motivation and engagement (p < 0.05). Gender and age differences also affect program outcomes. Overall, virtual reality programs enhance physical education effectiveness and inclusivity.
Conclusion: In our study, virtual reality-based exercise programs had a significant positive impact on physical education. They increased student physical activity engagement (p < 0.05), improved fitness levels (p < 0.05), and enhanced overall involvement (p < 0.05). Gender- related differences and age-related changes were also observed, emphasizing the potential of VR-based training to benefit students’ participation, fitness, and motivation in physical education.
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3. Gurz, D., Dada, K. C., Nyshita, V. N., & Aderibigbe, F. D. (2023). The Impact of Virtual Reality (VR) Gaming and Casual / Social Gaming on the Quality of Life , Depression , and Dialysis Tolerance in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease : A Narrative Review. 15(9). https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.44904
4. Heydari MorchehKhorti, A., & Daneshjoo, A. (2023). Effect of a Virtual Reality-based Exercise Program on Balance and Risk of Falling in Older Women. The Scientific Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 12(2), 246–257.
5. Hsieh, C. C., Lin, P. S., Hsu, W. C., Wang, J. S., Huang, Y. C., Lim, A. Y., & Hsu, Y. C.
6. (2019). The effectiveness of a virtual reality-based tai chi exercise on cognitive and physical function in older adults with cognitive impairment. Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders, 46(5–6), 358–370. https://doi.org/10.1159/000494659
7. Huang, K.-T. (2020). Exergaming executive functions: An immersive virtual reality-based cognitive training for adults aged 50 and older. Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, 23(3), 143–149.
8. Kang, H. Y., Lee, D. Y., Hong, J. H., Kim, J. S., Kim, S. G., Seo, Y. G., & Yu, J. H. (2022).
9. Effects of Augmented Reality-Based Dual-Task Program on Physical Ability by Cognitive Stage with Developmental Disabilities. Healthcare (Switzerland), 10(10).
https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare10102067
10. Kantha, P., Hsu, W.-L., Chen, P.-J., Tsai, Y.-C., & Lin, J.-J. (2023). A novel balance training approach: Biomechanical study of virtual reality-based skateboarding. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 11, 1136368.
11. Kwon, S.-H., Park, J. K., & Koh, Y. H. (2023). A systematic review and meta-analysis on the effect of virtual reality-based rehabilitation for people with Parkinson’s disease. Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation, 20(1), 1–14.
12. Lee, H.-Y., Chang, C.-W., & Chung, C.-Y. (2020). Virtual reality-based badminton teaching in physical education courses. Physical Education Journal, 53(4).
13. Li, X., Huang, J., Kong, Z., Sun, F., Sit, C. H. P., & Li, C. (2023). Effects of Virtual Reality- Based Exercise on Physical Fitness in People with Intellectual Disability: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. Games for Health Journal, 12(2), 89–99.
14. Liao, Y. Y., Hsuan Chen, I., Lin, Y. J., Chen, Y., & Hsu, W. C. (2019). Effects of virtual reality- based physical and cognitive training on executive function and dual-task gait performance in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: A randomized control trial. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 10(JUL), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2019.00162
15. Maden, Ç., Bayramlar, K., Arıcak, O. T., & Yagli, N. V. (2022). Effects of virtual Reality- Based Training and aerobic training on gaming disorder, physical activity, physical fitness, and anxiety: A randomized, controlled trial. Mental Health and Physical Activity, 23(July).
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mhpa.2022.100465
16. Mazzini, N. A., Almeida, M. G. R., Pompeu, J. E., Polese, J. C., & Torriani-Pasin, C. (2019). A combination of multimodal physical exercises in real and virtual environments for individuals after chronic stroke: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials, 20(1), 1–11.
17. Ng, Y.-L., Ma, F., Ho, F. K., Ip, P., & Fu, K. (2019). Effectiveness of virtual and reality-enhanced exercise on physical activity, psychological outcomes, and physical performance: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Computers in Human Behavior, 99, 278–291.
18. Rutkowski, S., Kiper, P., Cacciante, L., Mazurek, J., & Turolla, A. (2020). Use of virtual reality-based training in different fields of rehabilitation: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 52(11), 1–16.
19. Sachan, M. S., & Peiris, R. L. (2022). Designing Augmented Reality Based Interventions to Encourage Physical Activity During Virtual Classes. In Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems - Proceedings (Vol. 1, Issue 1). Association for Computing Machinery. https://doi.org/10.1145/3491101.3519749
20. Sevcenko, K., & Lindgren, I. (2022). The effects of virtual reality training in stroke and Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation: a systematic review and a perspective on usability. European Review of Aging and Physical Activity, 19(1), 4.
21. Yu, J.-H., Nekar, D. M., Kang, H.-Y., Lee, J.-W., & Oh, S.-Y. (2023). Comparison of Physical Activity Training Using Augmented Reality and Conventional Therapy on Physical Performance following a Total Knee Replacement: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Applied Sciences, 13(2), 894.
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Sajal Halder, & Sushma Ghildyal. (2023). IMPACT OF VIRTUAL REALITY-BASED EXERCISE PROGRAMS ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION AND HEALTH OUTCOMES IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION. Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, 30(4), 876–891. https://doi.org/10.53555/jptcp.v30i4.3365
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Author Biographies
Sajal Halder
Research scholar, Banaras Hindu University, Department of Physical Education, Varanasi, INDIA
Sushma Ghildyal
Professor, Banaras Hindu University, Department of Physical Education, Varanasi, INDIA