Physical Literacy: the Perspective of Indonesian, Malaysian, and Japanese
Nissa Aulia Belistiana Utami (a), Takako Osada (b), Muhammad Syahiran bin Muhammad Abdullah (c)

(a) Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia,
(b) Hiroshima University,
(c) Universiti Sains Malaysia

Abstract

Inactivity and sedentary behavior are increasing worldwide because people move and play less. In 2015, the inactivity rate reached 90%. Physical Literacy can be implemented in daily life to reduce inactivity and sedentary behavior. Physical Literacy is the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge, and understanding to value and takes responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life (The International Physical Literacy Association, 2014). This study used the observation and interview research method. There were 11 students as the sample of this research from Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, and Hiroshima University. The interview result showed the differences between Indonesia, Malaysia, and Japan in doing Physical Literacy, such as the habits of daily life like walking and cycling are better for health than riding a motorcycle or driving a car. Physical Literacy can be implemented as a habit to reduce inactivity and sedentary behavior.

Keywords: Physical Literacy, Inactivity, Sedentary Behavior

Topic: Comparative analysis of sport in Asian societies and other sports cultures and traditions