Comparison of a Physical Education class taken in a natural environment and a class taken in a closed space on the consumption of calories, number of steps, distance traveled, perception of effort

Abstract

Objective(s): The purpose of the study was to establish the difference that performing a physical education class in a natural environment has on calorie consumption, number of steps, distance traveled, level of effort; compared to same class implemented in closed space. Methodology: The sample corresponded to 22 male students and 08 female students, n = 30. The process included a personal interview and signed consent by the parents. Weight, height, age, BMI, perceived exertion level (Borg) were measured. The evaluations were carried out using an application that allowed obtaining the number of steps, distance traveled and calories (Pedometer Leap Fitness Group Health and well-being). The class carried out was the same for both activities, with a duration of 90 minutes. Results: The data analyzed had a normal distribution, with a reliability level of 95 %. The calculations arrogated for variables; caloric intake, number of steps, distance traveled, significant difference in favor of the group that developed the experience of the activity in a natural environment, with a p < 0.05, (Sig. 0.00). On the other hand, the data related to the level of effort showing a significant difference in favor of the group that developed the activity in a natural environment with a value p < 0.05, (Sig .000) Conclusion: The values obtained in calorie consumption, number of steps, distance traveled, level of effort and level of satisfaction of physical activity in a natural environment are higher than those obtained in closed spaces.