COMPLEX SPA PROGPAM EFFECT ON OVERWEIGHT WOMEN’S PHYSICAL CONDITION AND WELL-BEING

Abstract

The aim of this research is to study the effect of a two-week SPA program that includes an appropriate diet and motor regime, anti-cellulite and underwater shower massage, relaxation techniques, and a healthy lifestyle lecture course on the physical condition and well-being of overweight women. The research was done among 25 women with a mean age of 44.8 years (±4.6). In a sanatorium environment, they were enlisted in a SPA program for weight reduction. We used WHO-5, Well-being Index, and anthropometric measurements (waist, hip, weight, BMI) in order to assess the effect on the participants. The testing was done at the beginning and at the end of the program. The results showed that regardless of the short duration, the SPA program we invented helped in weight reduction efforts and also increased the well-being of the researched individuals. This makes it adequate, eligible, and useful for application in various SPA and Wellness centers.

Keywords

• motor and diet regime
• massage techniques
• relaxation techniques
• healthy lifestyle