A STUDY ON WOMEN'S PERCEPTIONS AND ATTITUDES TOWARDS FITNESS WITH REFERENCE TO COIMBATORE CITY

The aim of this study was to study women's perspectives and attitudes regarding fitness in Coimbatore City. A mixed-methods approach was used, with questionnaires and interviews conducted with 200 female participants. According to the findings of the survey, women in Coimbatore City had generally good attitudes toward exercise and saw it as crucial for their health and well-being. Family responsibilities, a lack of time, and societal norms about women's physical attractiveness, on the other hand, impacted their attitudes and perceptions of fitness. Women who had access to fitness facilities and social support from family and friends were also more likely to engage in fitness activities, compared to the study. The findings have significant implications for policymakers and health practitioners dedicated to encouraging fitness and healthy habits among women in Coimbatore.