Effectiveness of a Combined Fitness and Basketball Drill Program for Male Students in Basketball Course 1 at Saigon University

Objective: To evaluate a 12-week combined fitness and basketball drill program on health-related fitness and perceived exertion in male students. 

Methods: 96 male students (19–21y) were randomized into EG (n=45, 22 exercises) and CG (n=51, standard curriculum). Fitness tests: grip, long jump, sit-ups, shuttle, 30m sprint, 5-min run. RPE: Borg 6–20. Welch’s or independent t-test as appropriate. 

Results: EG improved significantly more than CG in all fitness tests (p<0>

Conclusion: A 12-week supplementary program improves fitness and reduces RPE in male non-athlete students. Supports integration into elective sports curricula.