Abstract
Objective
To evaluate the profile and the reasons to attend an Fitness Zone.
Methods
We interviewed 64 participants from Aeroparque of Paranaguá‐PR, 18‐60 years‐old,about health/disease, anthropometric and social profiles, level of physical activity (PA)and the Inventory Motivation to Regular Physical Activity and Sports (IMPRAFE‐132). Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis were performed (p < 0.05).
Results and conclusions
The outcomes might conclude that the most part of participants was young adults (85.9%), males (56.2%), physically active (81.2%) and overweight (54.6%). The main motivations were joy (83 ± 13) and health (79.8 ± 11.7).
Keywords
Physical activity; Leisure activities; Green areas; Motivation