Evaluation of Physical Fitness Related Practices of Keep Fit Club Members in the Cape Coast Metropolis of Ghana

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to conduct descriptive survey of practices of physical fitness activities among keep fit club members in the Cape Coast Metropolis of Ghana. The study sought to find out the related physical fitness activities practices keep fit club members in question engage in to show the basic principles they need to keep fit. A sample of 100 respondents was selected for the study. The instrument used to collect data was questionnaire. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. It was revealed that most of the physical exercises are not common to some instructors of keep fit clubs. Some members of keep fit clubs don’t know the importance of some other practices like enough rest and regular check on their health. Also, members only treated minor injuries themselves. Most members think body composition is more important than cardiovascular development and are aware of health importance of keeping fit. It was recommended that they should learn more activities in other to vary their exercises. The issue of diet control must also be emphasized and resting as well. The duration of physical fitness activities must at least travel beyond 30 minutes. Regularity of keeping fit must also be looked at.

Keywords: Physical fitness, Keep fit, Aerobic activities, Principles of fitness