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Este estudo procura perceber os possíveis benefícios da prática de exercício físico em grupo
nas pessoas de 60 e mais anos, tendo como caso de estudo o Grupo Coração Alegre que é
constituído por moradores dum distrito da cidade de Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil.
O sedentarismo e uma alimentação inadequada são alguns dos fatores que podem acelerar a
incidência dos problemas de saúde geralmente inerentes a uma idade mais alargada, como os
problemas cardíacos e as fraquezas musculares. A participação na sociedade pelas pessoas de
idade avançada pode ser dificultada também por outros fatores, tais como diminuição dos
contatos sociais e lacunas nas políticas sociais. Na perspetiva de amenizar esses problemas, os
exercícios físicos quando praticados em grupo tendem a proporcionar um melhor
condicionamento físico e mental, colaborando no incremento das atividades, para a
continuação da pessoa envelhecida na sociedade, com maior autonomia e, em geral, uma
melhor qualidade de vida.
Para a realização deste trabalho de investigação, optou-se por uma metodologia de base
qualitativa, pois são pessoas e estas de diferentes percepções de vida, Em primeiro lugar,
foram aplicadas dezessete entrevistas semi-diretivas, geralmente nos domicílios dos
entrevistados. Uma outra técnica foi a observação, inclusive a observação participante, não
só durante as aulas de exercícios físicos, mas também nas participações sociais e no dia-a-dia.
Concluiu-se que a adesão ao grupo em estudo contribuiu significativamente a uma melhor
qualidade de vida dos participantes. Em geral, nota-se no Brasil que parte das pessoas da
faixa etária de 60 e mais anos já estão procurando habituar-se a esta fase da vida com mais
qualidade e bem-estar, através de ginásticas, atividades físicas, convivência em grupos e
relacionamentos de amizades que fortalecem a vontade de viver estes anos mais alargados.
This study aims to ascertain the possible benefits of physical exercise, practised in group, for persons aged 60 and over, having as a case study the members of the Grupo Coração Alegre in the city of Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Sedentarism and poor nutrition are among the factors that may accelerate the appearance of health problems that usually go together with later life, such as heart and muscular disorders. Other factors also may hinder the participation of elderly people in society, such as the decrease in social contacts and deficiencies in social policies. These problems may be tackled by physical exercise practised in group. It is assumed that they bring about a better physical and mental condition and contribute to a sustained participation of seniors in society, with more physical activity in general, a higher level of autonomy and, in general, a better quality of life. These were issues examined in the research presented in this MA thesis. In the methodology, a qualitative approach was chosen. This consisted, in the first place, of the application of semi-structured interviews, held with seventeen members of the group, usually at their home. In addition, use was made of the technique of observation and participant observation, during the gymnastics class, the social events, and daily life. It was found that the participation in the group contributes significantly to a better quality of life. In general, it is noted that a part of the persons of 60 years and older in Brazil is trying to adapt to this stage of life with more quality and well-being, through gymnastics, physical activities, conviviality and friendship relations.
This study aims to ascertain the possible benefits of physical exercise, practised in group, for persons aged 60 and over, having as a case study the members of the Grupo Coração Alegre in the city of Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Sedentarism and poor nutrition are among the factors that may accelerate the appearance of health problems that usually go together with later life, such as heart and muscular disorders. Other factors also may hinder the participation of elderly people in society, such as the decrease in social contacts and deficiencies in social policies. These problems may be tackled by physical exercise practised in group. It is assumed that they bring about a better physical and mental condition and contribute to a sustained participation of seniors in society, with more physical activity in general, a higher level of autonomy and, in general, a better quality of life. These were issues examined in the research presented in this MA thesis. In the methodology, a qualitative approach was chosen. This consisted, in the first place, of the application of semi-structured interviews, held with seventeen members of the group, usually at their home. In addition, use was made of the technique of observation and participant observation, during the gymnastics class, the social events, and daily life. It was found that the participation in the group contributes significantly to a better quality of life. In general, it is noted that a part of the persons of 60 years and older in Brazil is trying to adapt to this stage of life with more quality and well-being, through gymnastics, physical activities, conviviality and friendship relations.
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Brasil Envelhecimento Ativo Exercícios Físicos Qualidade de Vida Relações Sociais