Hidroginástica e qualidade de vida em busca do envelhecimento saudável com foco em pessoas idosas

Abstract

The present research aims to analyze how water aerobics influences the quality of life of elderly people during the process of healthy aging. Given the high growth of this population group in Brazil, concerns about the health of the elderly arise. The theoretical references addressed significant approaches related to the topic, including authors such as Bonachela (1994), Nahas (2017), and Meneses (2021), who have published books in this area, demonstrating broad knowledge and contribution to the construction of important points discussed. The methodology used was through a bibliographic review, with a qualitative approach and an exploratory social research aspect. We used scientific articles to complement the understanding of the relevant dimensions demanded by water aerobics, with in-depth and enriching clarifications. The research of scientific articles was conducted on the SciELO, CAPES, and LILACS platforms, using the search descriptors: "Water aerobics" and "quality of life," from which several articles were obtained, and only those that belonged to the thematic area addressed were selected. Therefore, after the analyses carried out in this study, we can conclude that water aerobics plays a fundamental role in addressing physiological, psychological, and social issues, as it involves lifestyle changes for the elderly, correlating with benefits that help combat chronic diseases, cardiovascular, postural, respiratory, and psychological problems. Water aerobics has become synonymous with quality of life, making aging a less difficult and more enjoyable phase of life.