Study of Motives and Needs for Regular Fitness Training Among 35– 45-Year-Old Women
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https://doi.org/10.29038/2220-7481-2024-02-23-29Keywords:
fitness classes, motives, needs of women aged 35–45.Abstract
Topicality. Women aged 35–45 are particularly aware of the significance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, whereas health problems, such as weight gain, declining physical abilities, and decreased cognitive functioning, might arise. Fitness activities become a means of supporting and improving both physical and mental health. The study of the motives and needs that contribute to the desire and involvement in regular fitness training is one of the essential issues in physical education. The Aim of this Article is to determine the main motives and needs for regular fitness training among women aged 35–45. Material and Methods of the Research. Analysis and synthesis of scientific-methodological literature, survey, and descriptive statistics. Results of the Work. Women aged 35–45 strive to maintain their health and understand the benefits of physical activity but face health issues and fatigue. The common interests in fitness activities include knowledge of their benefits, the example set by friends, and the example set by their children. The main motivations for attending fitness classes for women aged 35–45 are improving health status, enhancing physical fitness, and increasing physical activity. Other incentives, such as improving posture, alleviating pain syndromes, body weight correction, and the opportunity to spend time enjoyably, are also significant. Conclusions. The study revealed that women aged 35–45 are highly-motivated for fitness and have a positive attitude towards a healthy lifestyle. They appreciate the beneficial impact of fitness on health and physical form. However, they encounter obstacles such as health problems and lack of time on the way to the regularity of fitness classes. It is essential to consider the above-mentioned factors when creating programs for this target audience, in particular, developing dance fitness programs that are popular among women aged 35–45.
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