Understanding The Perspectives of Women on Pilates Through The Use Of Metaphors
Abstract
This study aimed to gain insight into the perspectives of women who practice Pilates by analyzing the metaphors they use to describe the exercise. The study involved 218 women who attended Pilates classes at the Istanbul Gaziosmanpaşa Municipality facilities thrice a week for sixty minutes each time. The research utilized a qualitative model involving a systematic content analysis and descriptive analysis of the qualitative data to understand the participants' viewpoints through metaphors. The participants, mainly comprised of females, provided 218 codes through their use of metaphors, with some codes overlapping. The codes were then organized into eight categories: Mood, Consciousness, Relaxation, Body awareness, Self-confidence, Energy, Happiness, and Therapy, which ultimately led to the formation of two themes, Psychological and Physical. After analyzing the metaphors, it was evident that the participants had a generally positive view of Pilates and that they believed it contributed positively to their health and well-being, both physically and psychologically. In conclusion, the study revealed that the participants perceived Pilates as a beneficial contributor to their overall wellness.
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