Author(s): Dr. Vikrant Ramchandra Wankhade

Abstract:
The Purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between self-concept and physical fitness of high school boys. For the purpose of the investigation, twenty subjects were selected randomly from high school boys in Amravati. The age level of the subjects ranged from 13 to 14 years. The Self-concept and physical fitness variables were selected for the present investigation. Self-concept was assessed with the help of Swatva Bodh Parikshan (SBP) Self-Concept Questionnaire constructed and standardized by Dr. G. P. Sherry, Dr. R. P. Verma and Dr. P.K. Goswami. Physical fitness was assessed with the help of AAPHER Youth Physical Fitness Test. The subjects were statistically analysed by using descriptive and differential analyses. Mean and Standard Deviation were calculated for descriptive analysis and the Pearson product moment technique was used for differential analysis. To test the hypothesis given by the researcher the level of significance was set at 0.05. Result: Muscular strength and positively correlated with self concept for school boys. Speed was negatively correlated with self concept for school boys. But agility, explosive strength and cardio vascular endurance not correlated with self concept for school boys. Combine physical fitness was positively correlated with self concept for school boys.

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