The effect of pilates on body awareness, activity level, aerobic capacity and balance in healthy young adults

Aim: In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of Reformer Pilates on body awareness, activity level, aerobic capacity and balance in young adults. Materials Methods: Participants were consisted (individuals who received a program muscle strengthening flexibility exercises; n=82) sedentary groups (n=87). Body Awareness Questionnaire (BAQ), International Physical Activity Short Form (IPAQ-SF), YMCA 3-Minute Step Test, Single-Limb Stance Test (SLST), Functional Reach (FRT) used evaluations participants. Results: A statistically significant difference found favor group scores BAQ, IPAQ-SF mild level activity, Steps SLST with eyes closed, lateral FRT ( p <0.05). group, heart rate change after 3 min significantly higher =0.001). Conclusion: performance, be better individuals practiced than individuals.