Integración de tecnologías digitales en la educación física: análisis documental de su influencia en la motivación, el aprendizaje y la actividad física saludable

Abstract

This study analyzes the integration of digital technologies in physical education, with the aim of providing a theoretical foundation for the development of a strategy focused on enhancing motivation, learning processes, and the practice of healthy physical activity in educational contexts. The research was conducted under a qualitative, documentary-descriptive approach, based on a systematic review of 30 scientific articles published between 2019 and 2026 in academic databases such as Scopus, Dialnet, Redalyc, and Scielo. The analysis identified various technological tools, including mobile applications, simulators, virtual reality, and wearable devices, which demonstrate a positive impact on student motivation, adherence to physical activity, and the improvement of teaching-learning processes. Additionally, a set of technology mediated pedagogical strategies was systematized, highlighting their contribution to personalized monitoring, educational inclusion, and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. The findings suggest that the integration of digital technologies in physical education represents a relevant and timely alternative to address the demands of increasingly digitalized educational environments. In this sense, the study not only examines existing evidence but also provides theoretical support for the design of a pedagogical strategy consistent with contemporary educational needs. It is concluded that the intentional use of digital technologies strengthens motivation, enhances student participation, and contributes to the adoption of healthy lifestyles, positioning itself as a key resource for innovation in physical education.