EVALUATION OF ANTHROPOMETRIC MEASURES, CAPILLARY GLUCOSE AND FLEXIBILITY IN YOUNG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS: DESCRIPTIVE CROSS-CROSS STUDY

Abstract

Currently, there is a high prevalence of risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, such as obesity, physical inactivity and poor diet among young people. Obesity is a public health problem that directly impacts the economy.In this descriptive cross-sectional study, the authors are using data from a survey with a group of 51 volunteers, divided into 02 groups: Men (n=17) and Women (n=34). The collection was carried out on Campus I of Universidade Iguaçu – RJ. Cardiovascular risk was assessed through anthropometric measurements, flexibility and blood glucose in young university students. A high rate of sedentary lifestyle (86.2%) was observed, resulting in reduced trunk flexibility. In addition to increasing blood pressure levels in men. Capillary blood glucose was within the cutoff value (110 mg/dL). In conclusion, this study demonstrates the need for guidance among university students regarding a healthy lifestyle and physical activity programs on campus aimed at reducing excess weight, with special attention to male students.