Advisers

Antonio A. Dawagan, PhD, RCrim

Discipline

Criminology

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Pulis Teniks Program implemented in Valenzuela City, designed to enhance police fitness and strengthen crime prevention strategies. Despite a reported decline in focus crimes, persistent street-level offenses remain a challenge. The research underscores the importance of agility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance as essential components of operational readiness, officer safety, and public trust. By situating fitness as a lifestyle rather than a requirement, the program aims to modernize policing and reinforce community confidence. A quantitative research design was employed, involving surveys and fitness assessments among police officers, residents, and non-uniformed personnel. Structured questionnaires measured agility, strength, and endurance, while validation procedures ensured reliability. Data collection was systematically administered and retrieved, with descriptive and correlational statistical tools applied to determine the relationship between physical fitness and crime prevention outcomes. Findings revealed significant improvements in police officers’ physical readiness, particularly in agility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance. Respondents reported enhanced teamwork, morale, and public perception of law enforcement effectiveness. Quantitative analysis confirmed positive correlations between fitness gains and crime prevention outcomes, highlighting the program’s role in strengthening operational readiness. Challenges such as workload constraints and stress management were identified, but overall results demonstrated the program’s potential as a holistic fitness initiative supporting law enforcement effectiveness. The study concludes that improved physical readiness enhances operational performance and fosters stronger police-community trust. While teamwork and camaraderie were strengthened, time and workload limitations hindered full participation. Recommendations include integrating stress management strategies, flexible scheduling, and community awareness campaigns to sustain program effectiveness. Ultimately, the Pulis Teniks Program emerges as a vital tool for institutionalizing police wellness and reinforcing crime prevention initiatives in Valenzuela City.

Keywords

cardiovascular endurance, Pulis Teniks, police fitness, agility, muscular strength, operational readiness