Integration of physical activity into the educational environment of a medical university: assessment of needs and impact on professional development

The article reflects the results of a study of the needs of medical university students in physical activity and its impact on academic performance, psycho-emotional state and professional development. A questionnaire was used as a diagnostic tool. For statistical data analysis, descriptive statistics methods and correlation analysis were used. The sample consisted of students of Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University (n=200). The results of the study showed that systematic sports activities are positively correlated with academic performance (r=0.62) and show a negative relationship with stress levels (r=-0.58). The dominant barriers to physical activity are high academic load and lack of time. Practical recommendations for the integration of physical activity into the educational environment of a medical university have been developed.