Smartphone accelerometer-measured physical activity and adiposity indicators among female university students

The findings reveal a high prevalence of obesity and PI among Saudi female university students. Active students had significantly lower BMI, waist circumference, fat mass, and body fat percentage than their inactive counterparts. Obese students were less active, had fewer steps, lower muscle mass, and reduced specific muscle strength. These findings underscore the urgent need for preventive health policies targeting overweight and obese female students in Saudi Arabia.