Estudo da influência do método pilates na qualidade de vida de mulheres na menopausa

Abstract

Pilates is a method of physical exercise with the objectives of total balance between body and mind, postural improvement, correction and strengthening of muscular imbalances. Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life that marks the end of reproductive capacity, in which the levels of female sex hormones decrease, resulting in physical and emotional changes, which can affect quality of life. This study aimed to investigate the quality of life in menopausal women who practice Pilates, without them being influenced by the research topic. Method: This research was carried out with 23 women practicing the Pilates method who were in the period of menopause, conducted in a single-blind manner, through the application of a questionnaire including questions about the Pilates Method and the Whoqol-bref questionnaire. Results: Through the results analyzed, we realized that the volunteers had a good quality of life, with a good psychosocial index, but the worst performance was related to emotional factors.