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Effectiveness of pilates exercise on quality of life in older adult women: A scoping review
University of Primorska , Koper , Slovenia
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Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Primorska , Koper , Slovenia
University of Primorska , Koper , Slovenia
Editor: Danilo Radanović
Published: 09.06.2025.
Volume 17, Issue 2 (2025)
pp. 21-34;
Abstract
This scoping review investigates the effects of Pilates exercise interventions on health and quality of life of older adult women. Through a comprehensive examination of existing literature, this review identified key areas where Pilates has shown to significantly benefit physical capabilities such as strength, balance, and flexibility, alongside mental health improvements, including reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety, and enhanced sleep quality. Thus, this scoping review emphasizes a possible role of Pilates in addressing age-related physical and psychosocial challenges, and suggests it as suitable low-impact exercise for promoting healthy aging. Despite the methodological heterogeneity among studies, the overall evidence suggests that Pilates may be a valuable component of geriatric healthcare strategies. The findings advocate for further research to expand the evidence and further guiding healthcare professionals in integrating Pilates into exercise prescriptions for older adult women.
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The authors were supported by the Slovenian Research and Innovation Agency through the research program KINSPO - Kinesiology for the effectiveness and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in sports (P5-0443). The funder played no role in conceptualization of the article and decision to publish, but only provided part of author (Ž.K.) salary.
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