Abstract:

Aim: The aim of this study is to examine the effect of reformer pilates exercises on self-esteem, level of anxiety, exercise perception, and quality of life in healthy women. Method: Thirty-seven healthy women (mean age=21.08±1.09 years) were divided into two groups: the intervention group (n=17) and the control group (n=19). The intervention group completed a 24-session reformer pilates program for 8 weeks, 3 days a week, while the control group did not participate in any exercise program. All assessments were performed at the beginning of the study and the end of 8 weeks using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, State-Trait Anxiety Scale, Exercise Benefits-Barriers Scale and World Health Organization Quality of Life Scale-Short Form (WHOQOL-BREF). Results: At the end of the intervention period, the level of state anxiety decreased statistically significantly in the control group (p<0.05). Exercise Benefits-Barriers Scale-Benefit score decreased significantly only in the experimental group (p<0.05). Changes in psychosocial parameters were not significantly different between the intervention and control groups (p>0.05). Conclusion: Reformer Pilates exercises are effective in improving the perception of exercise benefits in healthy women.

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