This study aims to evaluate the effects of recreational exercises such as Pilates, swimming and walking on muscle strength and balance in women at risk of osteoporosis. Study hypotheses: H1: Pilates exercises will be more effective than walking exercises in improving muscle strength among women at risk of osteoporosis. H2: Swimming exercises will be more effective than walking exercises in improving muscle strength among women at risk of osteoporosis. H3: Pilates exercises will be more effective than walking exercises in improving balance among women at risk of osteoporosis. H4: Swimming exercises will be more effective than walking exercises in improving balance among women at risk of osteoporosis. H5: Pilates and swimming exercises will have similar effects on improving muscle strength and balance among women at risk of osteoporosis.
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Handgrip strength
Timeframe: At baseline and at the end of the 12-week intervention
Trunk flexor and extensor strength
Timeframe: At baseline and at the end of the 12-week intervention
Berg Balance Scale (BBS)
Timeframe: At baseline and at the end of the 12-week intervention
Computerised posturography:
Timeframe: At baseline and at the end of the 12-week intervention