Revisão sistemática do perfil dos frequentadores de academias ao ar livre no Brasil

Abstract

Introduction: Public fitness zones (PFZ) are configured as an innovative environmental action for the physical activity (PA) promotion. Objective: To identify and summarize the profile of PFZ users in Brazil. Methods: In May 2019, a systematic review was performed looking for observational studies conducted in the Brazilian territory, which traced the profile of PFZ users. Results: Based on data from ten articles representing six projects, it was found that women, with complete high school education, married, aged over 50 years, good self-rated health, non-smokers, who make use of PFZ by at least three times a week and having easy access to PFZ, represent the profile of PFZ users in the country. Conclusions: PFZ impacts vulnerable groups in relation to the PA practices in Brazil, such as women and the elderly, contributing to equity in their access. However, further studies are needed in different locations of the country, for a better evaluation of PFZ, as well as to clarify important points, such as income, motivations and the need to receive instructions for their use.