Os benefícios da prática do exercício resistido por mulheres adultas em academia

Abstract

Resistance exercise, known as weight training, has become increasingly present in the routine of adult women who attend gyms. Objective: To understand the main benefits and motivations that lead adult women to practice resistance exercises in gyms. Methodology: This study consists of a bibliographic review with a qualitative approach. Studies published between 2018 and 2023, in Portuguese and English, with samples of adult women, and located through Google Scholar, were included. Results: The main factors identified for the adherence and maintenance of these women in resistance training involve aesthetic aspects, improvement of physical and mental health, increased self-esteem, and socialization. Body aesthetics appear as the initial motivator; however, functional and emotional benefits are responsible for the continuity of the practice. Conclusion: Resistance training brings physical and psychological benefits to women’s health. Although aesthetics are the main initial motivation, continuity is linked to the advantages of improved well-being and the positive influence of physical education professionals.