Potential of mass sports and physical education in the formation of a healthy lifestyle

this article considers the formation and popularization of a healthy lifestyle (HL) as a key element of the state policy of the Russian Federation aimed at improving public health and improving the quality of life of citizens. Objective: to analyze the effectiveness of measures aimed at involving the population in physical education and sports, as well as to assess their impact on the level of physical activity and psycho-emotional state of citizens. Methods: analysis of legal acts, statistical data, as well as the results of sociological surveys and scientific research. Results: it was found that active participation of citizens in physical activity contributes to the prevention of chronic diseases, improves psycho-emotional state and increases working capacity. A quantitative and qualitative assessment of the federal project “Sport as a norm of life”, implemented within the framework of the national project “Demography”, was carried out. The results of the creation and modernization of sports facilities were assessed. The role of regular mass sports events, such as the “Cross Country Race”, “Ski Track of Russia” and “All-Russian Day of Running” in involving citizens in an active lifestyle and popularization of physical education was studied. Conclusion: further development of programs to promote healthy lifestyles and the creation of accessible sports infrastructure are necessary conditions for achieving strategic goals in the field of public health.

sociology, sport, physical education, healthy lifestyle, modern technologies, projects