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Plos 1 data set-PA Simon Himalowa (24962239) Health promotion Physical activity Children Sedentary Non-communicable Diseases Lifestyle <p dir="ltr">Introduction: Physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour are significant risk factors for non-communicable diseases. Engaging in regular physical activity (PA) during childhood is crucial for preventing long-term health burdens. This study examined PA levels and associated factors among upper primary school children in Lusaka, Zambia.</p><p dir="ltr">Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted from August to October 2022 among 638 children aged 9–18 years from six public and six private schools. Data were collected using the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Children (PAQ-C), Youth Risk Behaviour Survey (YRBS), Model of Youth Physical Activity Questionnaire (MYPA). Analyses included descriptive statistics, chi-square, Fisher’s exact tests, and multivariable binary logistic regression at a 0.05 significance level and 95% confidence interval.</p> 2026-09-22T10:11:07Z Dataset Dataset 10.6084/m9.figshare.33963703.v1 https://figshare.com/articles/dataset/Plos_1_data_set-PA/33963703 CC BY 4.0