New outlooks on body practices and health

Authors

  • Fabiana Fernandes de Freitas USP
  • Fernanda Kundrát Brasil USP
  • Cinthia Lopes da Silva USP

Abstract

Historically, a biological frame of reference for studies on the body, on health and bodily practices has been predominant on the field of Physical Education. Such a view has reinforced the idea that practicing physical activity is in itself, a guarantee of the population’s health. The goal of this paper is to contribute to rethinking the concepts and values that are present in such a relationship, from a socio-cultural perspective. For these purposes, we have carried out a review of the literature and academic production of a research group is seeking new outlooks for health through a meeting of the fields of Physical Education and Public Health.

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