Physical Activity in Generation Z

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51773/ajeb.v4i2.329

Keywords:

physical activity, physical education management, sport management

Abstract

Although there are differences in the range of years, one thing is agreed upon, Generation Z was born in the internet era, has even been exposed to the internet since its birth. In the last decade, Generation Z continues to be studied, from political, economic, to lifestyle. Formerly, there has never been a generation who from birth was familiar with technology-like them. This generations the future, and the approach including the approach to this generation must understand their characteristics and behavior. Based on the above background, there needs be a movement to attract children from the internet, and restore their lives to life in a dynamic and dynamic, active and active activity, not just using digital intuitive. Specifically, this study aims to find physical activity characteristic and physical activity level of Zeds, as the basic research to develop patterns or educational models of Generation Z children awareness or movement literacy. The research gathered information on physical activity characteristic using focus group interview method and calculate Physical Activity Level (PAL) in Generation Z. The sample was primary school children in Rawamangun District. This research found some physical activity characteristics in Generation Z.

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Published

2024-10-24

How to Cite

Julianti, E., Mulyana, M., & Widyaningsih, H. (2024). Physical Activity in Generation Z. AMCA Journal of Education and Behavioral Change, 4(2). https://doi.org/10.51773/ajeb.v4i2.329