Comparing the Effects of Pilates and Core Stability Training on Dynamic Balance and the Improvement of Cognitive Function in Elderly Females

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

1 departeman sport scienceT , najafabad branch, islamic azad university, najafabad, iran

2 Graduate motor Behavior student, Isfahan (khuvrasgan )Branch , Islamic Azad University, Isfahan. Iran.

Abstract

Background &Purpose: Old age is associated with a reduction in cognitive function and balance. The purpose of this research was to compare the effects of Pilates and core stability training on dynamic balance and improve cognitive function in elderly females.
Methodology: 30 eligible volunteers were purposefully selected to take part in the present study and were randomly divided into three groups of ten (control, Pilates, and core stability). In order to assess the cognitive function of the participants and their dynamic balance, the Wechsler Memory Scale and a timed up and go test were used, respectively. To perform statistical analyses, covariance analysis was conducted using SPSS software version twenty-two.
Results: The results showed that the Pilates training period had a significant effect on the participants’ dynamic balance but did not have a significant effect on their cognitive function. In addition, core stability training had a significant effect on improving the participants’ dynamic balance and cognitive function. Furthermore, a significant difference was found between the effects of Pilates and core stability training methods on dynamic balance and improving cognitive function.
Conclusion: According to the research findings, the use of these two training methods to improve the dynamic balance of older women is recommended. Additionally, the use of core stability training can effectively improve cognitive performance in elderly females

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Journal of Sport Management and Motor Behavior
Volume 17, Issue 33 - Serial Number 33
November 2021
Pages 110-97

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