FERREIRA, T. I. B.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/9326961887469558; FERREIRA, Thássia Isis Barbosa.
Resumo:
The number of elderly people has been increasing over the years and life expectancy has also increased. With this, we have thought about how to help this part of society to live better. According to the study, physical exercise practice is the best way to combat diseases that affect not only the elderly but the entire population. The present study refers to the preliminary study of an academy for the elderly in the Campina Grande city, which, through studies in the area of elderly health, in the analysis of related projects, by the Baker method, based on laws and norms shows how a project can be carried out that fits the reality of the elderly, who needs an appropriate environment for performing physical activities independently, safely and comfortably.