I.B. Endrawan, H. Aliriad, R. Apriyanto, M. Da’I, S. Adi, O.D. Cahyani, S. Santoso, A.D. Muryadi
Aims The aim of the study was to evaluate the relationship between exercise and mental health and provide insights and problem-solving plans regarding the relationship. Instrument & Methods The research method used combines experimental, correlational, and qualitative approaches by measuring the level of physical activity and mental health in the same population and assessing the relationship of these two variables through correlational studies. Findings The findings showed a strong positive relationship between the level of physical activity and mental health in the sample data provided, with Pearson correlation coefficient of 0.893 and the value of linear regression equation of 0.749. T-test values between the two groups with different levels of physical activity were statistically significant at a significance level of 0.05. Conclusion Exercise has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health and can help reduce the risk of mental disorders. Studies show that regular exercise can improve psychological well-being and reduce stress, exercise is also associated with improved physical fitness and better sports achievements. Further research can be done to identify the types and intensities of exercise that are most effective in improving mental and physical health. © 2023, Tarbiat Modares University. All rights reserved.
Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Post Graduate, Universitas Bina Darma, Palembang, Indonesia; Jl. Jenderal Ahmad Yani No.3, 9/10 Ulu, Seberang Ulu I, Palembang, South Sumatra, 30264, Indonesia; Department of Physical Education, Sport, Health and Recreation, Faculty of Educational Sciences, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Sunan Giri, Bojonegoro, Indonesia; Department of Physical Education, Sport, Health and Recreation, Faculty of Sports Science, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia; Department of Physical Education, Sport, Health and Recreation, Faculty of Sports Science, Universitas Tunas Pembangunan, Surakarta, Indonesia
