Influência do ciclo menstrual na motivação para a prática de atividades fisicas em mulheres de diferentes idades

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Objective – To assess the level of motivation in physical exercise during the menstrual cycle. Methods – Data were assessed for the diferente phases of the menstrual cycle and the different age groups. The sample consisted of 28 women divided into four groups: 1st group: 15 to 24 years. 2nd group of 25 to 34 years; 3rd group of 35 to 44 years and 4th group of 45 to 54 years. The survey instrument was an inventory of Motivation Practice of Regular Physical Activity (IMPRAF-54) that aims to assess the level of motivation in physical activity in sixth form fator sintrinsic and extrinsic. Results – The survey shows that there was no significant difference in the intragroup comparison by three stages of development, with values respectively: Group 1- follicular phase (FF) =177±42; ovulatory phase (FO) =175±30; luteal phase (FL) =159±26,p=0.487. Group 2- FF=162±22; FO=161±20; FL=150±21, p=0.588. Group 3- FF=180±18, FO=181±20, FL=167±14, p=0.797. Group 4- FF=168±18; FO=169±17; FL=164±18, p=0.599. In the comparison between groups in FF (p=0.903), FO (p=0.905) and FL (p=0.921), respectively, also showing no significant difference. Conclusion – There are indications that the menstrual cycle does not affect the motivation to perform physical activity, recommending additional research.