Elementary Student’s Physical Activity during Pandemic Covid 19

Abstract

Introduction: Physical activity during the Covid 19 pandemic is essential for primary school students to maintain their physical and mental health. Objective: The purpose of this study was to reveal the physical activity carried out by elementary school students in the upper class with an age range of 10-12 years while staying at home during the Covid 19 pandemic. Method: The research using survey method A total of 122 elementary school students participating, the sampling used was convenience sampling. They have wholeheartedly willing to be involved in this research. Modifiable Activity Questionnaire (MAQ), modified back with the Guttman scale, was used as an instrument in this study. The distribution of the questionnaire using google form assistance started from August to September 2020. The data analysis used was descriptive statistics with a simple percentage distribution. Results: The results showed that male students' activity level was at a moderate activity level, while female students were at a low activity level. This difference occurs because the habits of physical activity and motivation to move are diverse in gender. Supervision from physical education teachers and parents is needed to supervise the physical activities of elementary school students, especially women, while at home during the Covid 19 pandemic.