EVALUATION OF PHYSICAL FITNESS PROFILE OF MEDICAL STUDENTS

This work assesses the overall physical fitness levels of medical students analysing various health and performance parameters. It aims to identify strengths weaknesses and lifestyle influences on their fitness highlighting the importance of maintaining optimal health for future medical professionals.Fitness assessment in medical students involves measuring anthropometry (height weight BMI waist) body composition cardiorespiratory fitness (Cooper run shuttle run step test or VO₂max) muscular strength and endurance (handgrip 1RM push-ups sit-ups) flexibility (sit-and-reach) and power or agility (vertical jump sprints). Balance tests and activity questionnair.