Third age fitness: the connective materiality of a major movement in Brazil.
Abstract
Since 2006, simple outdoor gyms have been installed on public squares all over Brazil. From the beginning, they were mainly conceived as for use by older people - especially women - within an international movement of 'healthy cities'. Based on an ethnography in Rio de Janeiro, our aim is to show in particular the politico-commercial dimensions of the fitness equipment. By insisting on this way of articulating a material dimension of care, different kinds of connectivity are highlighted - something we want to call
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Research summary
The paper claims to explore the politico-commercial dimensions of outdoor fitness equipment designed for older adults in Brazil. This research is relevant as it addresses the promotion of physical activity among older populations, which is crucial for longevity and healthy aging.
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