Proposta de atividade física para soropositivos: uma possibilidade para melhor qualidade de vida

Abstract

The HIV infection and its consequences in relation to the health of persons positive serum has been discussed in Brazilian society mainly because it is a contagious disease, surrounded by prejudice and that interferes with the self-image and self-esteem of individuals infected. Thus the disease may interfere decisively in the quality of life of these people, that when infected, have their vulnerable health condition due to the destruction of the body's defense cells. Exercise is seen as an important factor for the maintenance and improvement of the immune system, and positively affect the self-image of these subjects. This work aims to develop a proposal to develop an exercise program that can assist in coping with AIDS and promoting the health of HIV-positive through a proposal to develop an exercise program that can assist in coping with AIDS. This study was developed from a literature review that enabled us to identify the needs of a physical activity program for individuals seropositive as a strategy for better quality of life. The plan physical activities was constructed from information, recommendations, evidence and circumstances of life described in the current literature. We conclude that there is a need and creating exercise programs for this population to consider their specific and involvement own experiences of the disease.