A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY ON LIFE STYLE ASSESSMENT AND JOB SATISFACTION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS AND NON PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.3038Keywords:
COVID-19, Lifestyle, Job Satisfaction, Physical EducationAbstract [English]
The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly transformed professional routines and personal lifestyles, influencing job satisfaction and overall well-being across numerous professions. This descriptive study sought to evaluate and contrast the lifestyle habits and job satisfaction levels of Physical Education professionals and Non- Physical Education professionals during this challenging period. Utilizing standardized questionnaires, data were gathered on lifestyle factors and dimensions of job satisfaction, including work environment, role clarity, and professional fulfilment.
The results revealed that Physical Education professionals demonstrated more active lifestyles (Sig. 2-tailed -.000, mean difference - 5.28390), and elevated levels of job satisfaction (Sig. 2-tailed -.000, mean difference - 6.30667), which can be attributed to their capacity to adjust physical activities to remote settings and sustain professional engagement. In contrast, Non- Physical Education professionals encountered more significant lifestyle disruptions and reported diminished job satisfaction, often associated with work-from-home challenges, restricted physical activity, and heightened role ambiguity. Nevertheless, both groups expressed concerns regarding job security and long-term career prospects.
The findings underscore the urgent necessity for customized interventions aimed at improving lifestyle quality and job satisfaction, particularly during global crises. Encouraging adaptive strategies and cultivating supportive professional environments can aid in alleviating the adverse effects of the pandemic on various segments of the workforce.
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