Satisfaction with body image between practicing muscle women, functional training and crossfit: a comparative study

Observing small imperfections when you see your mirror image is human. When self-observation translates into non-existent or imperceptible defects, there may be a distortion of body image. The aim of this study was to compare the level of satisfaction with body image among women who practice bodybuilding, functional training and crossfit®. Data collection was done through two questionnaires, adapted from the National Health Survey, to assess body image satisfaction. The Body Shape Questionnaire was translated and adapted to portuguese by Di Pietro, Xavier and Silveira (2003). The sample was attended by 60 female individuals aged 15 to 44 years. All individuals present at the data collection site who agreed to collaborate with the research were included in the study. Data were tabulated and statistically treated using Microsoft Excel 2017®. Obtaining results through the mean, median, maximum, minimum and standard deviation. The results showed that 65% of women who practiced weight training were satisfied with their body image, 20% showed mild dissatisfaction, 10% found moderate dissatisfaction and only 5% reported extreme body dissatisfaction. In functional training 30% of women said they were satisfied, 55% showed a state of mild dissatisfaction and 15% showed moderate dissatisfaction. Does not hear reports of extreme dissatisfaction in the public practicing TF. In crossfit®, 40% of the sample had satisfaction, 40% reported mild dissatisfaction, 10% showed moderate dissatisfaction, and 10% of the public reported extreme dissatisfaction. When comparing the level of satisfaction with body image between the modalities, there was no significant difference.