Grupos de práticas corporais na atenção básica e suas repercussões na saúde física e mental: percepção de um residente de educação física

Abstract

Introduction: Physical exercise is already recognized worldwide as a practice capable of providing many physiological benefits. In the last decade, studies have suggested that physical exercise would have a beneficial influence on the mental health of its practitioners, being a strong ally in drug treatments for this cause. Objective: To report and document the experiences in two groups of bodily practices in the city of Santa Maria / RS, from 2019 to 2021. Method: This is a study report type of experience, carried out from the experience of a professional of physical education, as a resident of the Family Health emphasis. Results: The observed behaviors and facts corroborate the scientific findings, showing that physical exercise is an effective tool to assist in antidepressant treatments, as well as in chronic non-communicable diseases. Final considerations: As the clinic has its main function to maintain the balance of the systems and the function of the organs, physical exercise promotes favorable physiological adaptations, resulting in a better quality of life.