The Effects of Pilates on the Elderly: An Integrative Review

Abstract Introduction: Pilates is considered a form of exercise that aims to improve flexibility, resistance, strength, balance and coordination. As a result, many elderly people have tried the method seeking to improve or maintain their health. Objective: The present study aimed to review the effe...

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Main Authors: Letícia Miranda Resende da Costa, Anelise Schulz, Aline Nogueira Haas, Jefferson Loss
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Estadual do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) , Universidade Aberta a Terceira Idade (UnAti)
Series:Revista Brasileira de Geriatria e Gerontologia
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