Barreiras para a prática de atividade física por mulheres: uma perspectiva social

Abstract

This work analyzes some barriers that exist for women to practice physical activity. To this end, the practice of physical activity by women was carried out, with a bibliographical review of articles, articles, Public Ministry booklets and IBGE data that focuses on analyzing this topic. As expected, women in fact have more social barriers to practicing physical activity, especially when compared to men, since domestic demands take up a considerable amount of time available to women. Even in Programs that are aimed at practicing physical activity and that are offered by local Health Centers, for example, lack of time, accumulation of activities inside and outside the home, infrastructure and security are some of the factors that make it difficult for women's adherence to programs like these. Furthermore, socioeconomic barriers are also part of the set of aspects that make it difficult for women to practice physical activity, even if they have time for this type of self-care.