The aim of this research is to reveal the opinions of pilates instructors about the reasons for turning to pilates and problems in the field. The study group of the research consists of 10 pilates instructors working in the private sector in Muğla in 2019. A semi-structured interview form prepared by experts was used during the data collection phase. The interview form consists of 10 semi-structured questions prepared to be directed to the trainers. The interviews were made by appointment and in a noise-free environment with a voice recorder. Later, the interviews were translated into written texts in the computer environment and analyzes were made. Descriptive and content analysis techniques were used to analyze the data. In order to contribute to the reliability of the research, the answers given by the participants to the questions in the semi-structured interview form were given with direct quotations and Miles and Huberman's (1994) formula (= consensus / (consensus + divergence)) was used. As a result of the analyzes carried out; Reasons for turning to pilates and their views on the problems in the field were expressed through categories. As a result; Among the reasons for turning to pilates, it is determined that social media sharing has a certain popularity, contributes to weight control, contributes to body shaping, improves waist and neck pains, feels well and provides mental satisfaction and environmental orientation. In addition; In a professional sense, it can be stated that the material return is an important factor. The factors that the participants stated as the most important problem were the quality of their coaches and the number of studios.
Primary Language | Turkish |
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Subjects | Sports Medicine |
Journal Section | Article |
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Publication Date | June 30, 2020 |
Submission Date | April 21, 2020 |
Published in Issue | Year 2020 Volume: 4 Issue: 1 |