Gymnastics groups from the Department of Health promote well-being and integration in Lagoa Vermelha

The Gymnastics Groups developed by the Department of Health have stood out in Lagoa Vermelha for promoting physical exercise and strengthening social ties between residents. The project aims to encourage the practice of physical activities in groups, contributing to well-being, quality of life and strengthening social interaction.

Responsible for including physical exercise regularly and free of charge in the routine of communities close to the Basic Health Units (UBSs), the weekly meetings of the Gymnastics Groups take place in different locations in Lagoa Vermelha.

Leticia Franciscon, physical educator and responsible for leading activities in the Municipality’s Gymnastics Groups, highlights that the initiative provides a series of benefits in both cognitive and emotional aspects, in addition to promoting integration at each meeting. “The activities are carried out two to three times a week in all Health Units and some squares with outdoor gyms. We have around 7 groups, and most of them with more than 40 participants. The groups are open to residents neighborhoods of all ages”, commented the physical educator.

Cecília Flores Borges, 72 years old, a regular participant in the Rodrigues neighborhood Gymnastics Group, shares her positive experience about the activities. “Gymnastics was very good for me and I recommend it to everyone, especially elderly people, because it helps to avoid various diseases, such as depression”, she reported.

Another participant in the group, Elena Bonez, aged 84, adds highlighting the importance of social interaction combined with physical activity. “Just the reason we are here with our friends is good. And I always say that we need to move, because going to the gym, going for a walk or participating in a fitness group is like taking medicine”, she said.

To participate in the activities of the Gymnastics Groups of the Municipal Health Department, simply express interest and seek information directly from the reference Basic Health Units (UBSs) in your neighborhood.