GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

                                                                                                   ABSTRACT

This study presents a critical analysis of the impact of sports activities on the cardiovascular health of adult men and women residing in Uyo Metropolis, Nigeria. Ex- post facto design was adopted to carry out this research in Uyo metropolis. The targeted population for the study comprised all physical and health worker in Uyo metropolis. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 150 physical and health worker in Uyo metropolis which formed the sample size used to carry out this research. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire entitled “Sport Activities and Cardiovascular System Questionnaire (SACSQ)”.Face and content validation of the instrument was carried out by an expert in test, measurement, and evaluation in order to ensure that the instrument has the accuracy, appropriateness, and completeness for the study under consideration. The reliability coefficient obtained was 0.85, and this was high enough to justify the use of the instrument. The researcher subjected the data generated for this study to appropriate statistical technique such as multiple regression to answer research questions. From the results of the data analysis, it was observed that the result of research question proved that there was no relationship between the two variables, indicating that there is significant impact of sport activities on the cardiovascular system of adult men and women in Uyo Metropolis. The study concluded that regular participation improves heart efficiency, blood pressure regulation, and overall cardiovascular function. Notably, gender-specific responses to exercise highlight the need for tailored physical activity interventions. The study also recommended that local governments and health agencies should establish and support community sport initiatives that encourage regular participation among adults, with a focus on cardiovascular health benefits.

KEYWORD: Sport Activities, Cardiovascular System, Adult Men and Women, Uyo Metropolis