Investigation of the Current State of Fitness of College Students in Henan Province

Through a sample survey and comparative analysis of the physical test results of college students in 12 colleges and universities in Henan Province, in combination with the survey result of college students health conditions done by the Ministry of Education in 2007 nationwide, by applying scientific statistical method, it is indicated that the overall level of the college students’ physical health conditions in Henan Province has little difference compared with that of the national standard. The gripping power, the parameter of physical conditions, vital capacity, standing long jump and sit-ups is superior to the national average level, but the results of step test are inferior to the national average level, which suggest that the overall level of the college students’ physical health conditions in Henan Province needs improving. As to the above mentioned results, the author puts forward suggestions and approaches in order to improve the physical health qualities of the under graduates in Henan Province and to provide theoretic basis for PE teaching and reform.