Using the Paired Sample t test to Analyze the Effect of Jogging on the Cardiovascular Function of College Students

Insights

Regular jogging significantly improves cardiovascular health in university students by enhancing cardiac function and vascular indicators. This accessible aerobic exercise is key to reducing cardiovascular disease risk factors in young adults.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Sports Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • University students face risks of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) due to sedentary lifestyles and poor habits.
  • Sub-health conditions like obesity increase CVD risk among students.
  • Physical activity guidance is crucial for mitigating these risks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of jogging on cardiovascular function in university students.
  • To explore optimal jogging protocols for cardiovascular health development.
  • To enhance student adherence to physical activity for cardiovascular well-being.

Main Methods:

  • Recruited 60 university students with no prior exercise habits.
  • Randomly assigned participants to an experimental (jogging) or control group.
  • Implemented a 12-week intervention with the experimental group jogging ≥3 times/week for ≥30 minutes, monitored via a mobile app.

Main Results:

  • Significant improvements in cardiac function indicators (e.g., decreased SPTI, DPTI, ED; increased SEVR) were observed in the jogging group compared to the control (P < .05 for boys, P < .01 for girls).
  • Vascular indicators (SBP, DBP, PP, CAP) showed significant reductions in the jogging group (P < .01 for DBP, CAP; P < .05 for SBP, PP).
  • Positive physiological changes were noted in both male and female students.

Conclusions:

  • Jogging is a convenient, low-risk aerobic exercise beneficial for cardiovascular health.
  • Regular jogging improves cardiac and vascular function, reduces blood pressure, and prevents atherosclerosis.
  • This exercise enhances psychological well-being, sleep quality, and overall mental state, promoting long-term adherence.
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