Порівняльний аналіз фізичної активності студентської молоді в Україні та Німеччини

The relevance of the study is due to the increasing role of physical activity and psycho-emotional well-being in shaping a healthy lifestyle among student youth. Students in Ukraine and European countries, particularly Germany, are exposed to significant academic workload, insufficient levels of physical activity, and various stress-inducing factors, which negatively affect their quality of life and subjective well-being. The aim of the study is to conduct a comparative analysis of the level of physical activity among student youth in Ukraine and Germany, as well as to identify the factors influencing its formation. Methods. To assess physical activity, a questionnaire survey was conducted among first-year female students at Lviv Polytechnic National University and Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute. The total sample included 300 first-year female students, aged 17.6 ± 0.5. Data processing was carried out using methods of mathematical statistics, including the calculation of the number and percentage distribution of respondents’ answers for each questionnaire item, which made it possible to determine the distribution of responses and identify the proportion of participants selecting specific options. Frequency and percentage analysis were applied to generalize the results. A comparative analysis of indicators among student youth in Ukraine and Germany was conducted based on secondary sources containing data on levels of physical activity and regular engagement in physical exercise. Results. It was found that the majority of Ukrainian female students demonstrate a high level of awareness regarding the importance of physical activity; however, its actual level and regularity remain insufficient. The comparative analysis showed that student youth in Germany exhibit higher levels of physical activity and greater diversity of its forms, particularly in extracurricular and organized activities.It was determined that the main factors limiting physical activity include lack of time, academic workload, fatigue, insufficient motivation, and infrastructural constraints. Conclusions. The obtained results indicate the need to increase the level of physical activity among student youth through the implementation of comprehensive programs aimed at enhancing motivation, improving access to sports infrastructure, and integrating physical activity into everyday lifestyle.