Análisis de la practica de actividad física de jóvenes con discapacidad cognitiva del municipio de Cota, Cundinamarca, desde el modelo de la determinación social.

Abstract

The objective of this research was to determine the individual and contextual factors in this population in the municipality of Cota, from the model of social determination, identifying related factors that affect the practice of physical activity, assessing their fitness and their environment (families, caregivers and professionals). Method: A descriptive exploratory study order, with mixed approach is to understand the phenomenon; triangulating qualitative and quantitative methods of research. Given the criteria necessary for youth with MR. The selection of the sample is not random obtained through purposive sampling. It is expected to characterize the physical conditions through a test valuation supported in the Manual Brockport Physical Fitness Test (BPFT), and a semi-structure social, cultural, economic, political, affecting physical activity and sport . Results and conclusions: profiles according to factors generating inputs for the construction of programs that benefit the community, to improve the quality of life and to substantiate the field of knowledge and object of study Physical Culture program were defined, sports and recreation St. Thomas University.