Analyze the quality of life in elderly practitioners of regular physical activity in Teresina-Piauí

Abstract

Introduction: Some studies show that 70% of those over 60 years in Brazil are sedentary, this alarming number, considering the consequences of this risk factor may cause. Objective: To evaluate the profile of elderly and non-practitioners engaged in physical activity, using as reference the analysis of quality of life, cardiovascular risk factors and sociodemographic factors. Methodology: The SF- 36 was applied to a group of 55 elderly physically active and a control group of 55 sedentary elderly. Both groups were composed of elderly in the Elderly Program Results in Action: The profile of quality of life-athlete group showed a higher percentage of elderly in terms of “excellent” and “regular”, when compared the percentages of non-practicing. Conclusion: Through this study it was found that physical activity provides a good physical, mental and emotional influences in improving the quality of life of older people engaged in physical activity.