Author/Authors :
Charkazi، Abdurrahman نويسنده Department of Public Health, School of Health, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran , , Sharifirad، Gholamreza نويسنده , , Tashi، Mohaddeseh نويسنده Department of Health Education & Health Promotion, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences , , Shahnazi، Hossein نويسنده Department of Health Education & Health Promotion, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences , , Bahador، Elias نويسنده Department of Surgery, School of Paramedics, Golestan university of Medical Sciences ,
Abstract :
ABSTRACT
Background: To investigate of physical activity distribution bases on stages of change
among Isfahan University of Medical Sciences central part of Iran.
Methods: Exercise behavior stages of change construct questionnaire were collected from
504 participants by using a convenience sample in May 2010.
Results: 73.8% of subjects were in earlier stages of exercise behavior (Precontemplation,
contemplation, and preparation stages) and tended to be inactive. The exercise behavior was
not influenced by age, education levels, and marital status.
Conclusion: The majority of the university students are suffering physical inactivity that need
to design more effective physical activity promotion programs in the community and universities
level.
