COMPLEX DIAGNOSIS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS OF WOMEN AGED 35–39 YEARS

Abstract

Aim. To experimentally substantiate the effect of exercise with elements of health-promoting gymnastics on women aged 35–39 years. Materials and methods. The study involved 30 women with long experience in speed and power sports. A ten-month formative pedagogical experiment was conducted at
the Sports and Recreation Complex “Strelets” (Velikiye Luki, Pskov region). In the course of the study, health-promoting exercises with low-amplitude movements from callanetics and Pilates were defined. The amount of physical load was determined individually with respect to the current physical state and fitness. The effectiveness of pedagogical influences was assessed by changes in morphofunctional parameters such as body weight, skin/fat folds, circumference measurements, blood pressure, heart rate, step test, lung capacity, vital index, and physical fitness tests. Results. The results of the study show significant positive changes in morphofunctional parameters and physical fitness and characterize callanetics as an effective means for enhancing the adaptive potential of women aged 35–39 years. Conclusion. The effectiveness of health-promoting gymnastics is justified by quantitative and qualitative changes in the morphofunctional status and physical fitness of women. Systematic physical exercises allow women to maintain functional fitness at an optimal level and adapt to the conditions of life.