Physical Fitness Profile of Community Representatives in Purbalingga Regency within the 2025 Sports Development Index Assessment

Abstract

This study aimed to describe the physical fitness profile of the community in Purbalingga Regency in 2025 as part of the measurement of the Sport Development Index (SDI). The research employed a quantitative descriptive approach using a cross-sectional survey design. The target population consisted of residents of Purbalingga Regency aged 12-60 years. However, operationally the study involved an accessible population comprising officially appointed representatives from each district participating in the 2025 SDI data collection process. Each of the 18 districts was represented by three individuals, resulting in a total sample of 54 participants. The sampling technique applied was total sampling of the accessible population, as all designated district representatives were included in the study. Physical fitness was measured using the Multistage Fitness Test (MFT) to estimate maximal oxygen uptake (VO₂max) as an indicator of cardiorespiratory fitness. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to determine mean VO₂max values, fitness categories, and inter-district variations. The results showed that the overall mean VO₂max of the Purbalingga Regency community representatives was 27.42 ml/kg/min, which falls into the poor category. Of the 18 districts, 13 districts (72.22%) were classified as poor and 5 districts (27.78%) as very poor, with no district reaching moderate or higher categories. These findings indicate that the physical fitness dimension, as the first criterion of the Sport Development Index, still requires substantial improvement. Strengthening community-based sports programs, increasing structured physical activity participation, and implementing systematic monitoring are necessary to support the enhancement of the Sport Development Index in Purbalingga Regency