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The Perspectives and Experiences of Women Who Attend a Mind-Body Dance Fitness Program: A Qualitative Descriptive Study

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Physical inactivity is a growing concern among women across the world. OULA is a dance fitness format that includes a high-energy dance workout with intentional choreography to combine the therapeutic use of dance to promote emotional expression with physical activity. Qualitative methods were used to explore the experiences and perspectives of OULA among women. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with women, and content analysis of transcripts was completed. Themes identified were emotional expression; life management; community / social connections; judgement-free; and life skills. OULA appears to be a format that incorporates physical, psychological, and social health in a judgement-free atmosphere.

Source: Journal of Behavioral Health and Psychology

DOI: 10.33425/2832-4579/23053

Authors: Tracy Hellem, Hanne Dolan, Megan Parker, Ruth Taylor-Piliae

Institutions: Montana State University, Arizona State University, University of Arizona

Language: English

Topic: Diversity and Impact of Dance

Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Gender equality

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4383891383

FWCI: 0.258

Cites: 34

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10