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    Comparative Analysis of Physical Fitness in Aquatic and Terrestrial Environments Among Elderly Women
    (International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Volume 22, Issue 1January 2025 Article number 33, 2025) Giakoni-Ramírez, Frano; Souza-Lima, Josivaldo; Muñoz-Strale, Catalina; Hasche-Zunino, Nicolás; Sepúlveda-Barría, Constanza; Godoy-Cumillaf, Andrés
    (1) Background: Aging is associated with a progressive decline in physical capacity, which is further exacerbated by conditions such as arthritis and chronic joint pain. This study aimed to compare the effects of aquatic and land-based exercise on the functional fitness of older adult women. (2) Methods: Sixty older women (mean age 66.9 ± 3.8 years) participated in this study, divided into two groups: aquatic exercise and land-based exercise. Both groups completed functional fitness tests, including flexibility (Back Scratch and Chair Sit-and-Reach Tests), lower body strength (Chair Stand Test), and dynamic balance (8-Foot Up-and-Go Test). Statistical analyses compared group performance. (3) Results: Improvements in flexibility were observed in the aquatic group, with trends toward significance for the Back Scratch Test (−0.2 ± 1.0 cm vs. −2.0 ± 0.0 cm, p = 0.08) and the Chair Sit-and-Reach Test (2.87 ± 2.0 cm vs. 0.27 ± 1.0 cm, p = 0.07). No statistically significant differences were observed between the groups in measures of lower body strength (Chair Stand Test: 19.1 ± 4.47 reps vs. 18.97 ± 3.77 reps, p = 0.9) or dynamic balance (8-Foot Up-and-Go Test: 6.28 ± 6.2 s vs. 6.03 ± 5.83 s, p = 0.07). (4) Conclusions: Aquatic exercise showed greater improvements in flexibility, particularly in the upper and lower body, although these differences did not reach statistical significance. Both training modalities were equally effective in maintaining lower body strength and dynamic balance in older adult women. These findings support the inclusion of tailored exercise programs in aging populations to address specific functional needs. © 2024 by the authors
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    Reasons to practice physical activity in ecuadorian university students
    (Retos, Volume 62, Pages 1 - 9January 2025, 2025) León-Reyes, Borys; Nuñez, León Arguello; Herrera, Yosbanys Roque; Cresp-Barria, Mauricio; Souza-Lima, Josivaldo; Galeano-Rojas, Dilan
    The aim of the present study was to analyze the reasons for practicing PA among university students in the Ecuadorian context, determine the differences according to sex and work-study compatibility, establish the association between the reasons for practicing PA, and estimate the predictive value of sex, age, and work-study compatibility on the reasons for practicing PA. The sample consisted of 1412 university students (21.2 ± 3.5 years), 513 men (36.3%) and 899 women (63.7%). The instrument used for data collection was the Goals in Exercise Content Questionnaire. The Mann-Whitney U test, Spearman's correlation coefficient and a linear regression analysis were used to analyze the results. The main findings show that there are statistically significant differences between men and women in the reasons of social affiliation, health direction, social recognition and skill development. Also, statistical differences are observed between women who do or do not combine study and work in the reasons of social affiliation, social recognition and skill development. On the other hand, the main motivation for PA is health, while the motive that least encourages the practice of PA is social recognition. Finally, in the regression analysis, sex presented a significant predictive value in the motives analyzed. Therefore, the interests of Ecuadorian students are revealed, and key information is obtained to improve and increase the levels and adherence to PA in order to contribute to a more physically active life in the university population. © 2025 Federacion Espanola de Docentes de Educacion Fisica. All rights reserved.