FITNESS AS A MEANS OF PSYCHOPHYSICAL RECOVERY OF INDIVIDUALS WITH POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
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https://doi.org/10.32782/olimpspu/2026.1.13Keywords:
post-traumatic stress disorder, PTSD, fitness training, functional workout, stress resilience, healthy lifestyleAbstract
The article addresses the problem of psychophysical rehabilitation of individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through fitness. In the context of ongoing military actions and their consequences, the number of people in need of effective non-pharmacological recovery approaches is steadily increasing. The study analyzes the physiological, psycho-emotional, and behavioral manifestations of PTSD and identifies the types of aerobic and strength exercises aimed at reducing anxiety, improving cardiovascular regulation, and enhancing stress resilience. A cycle of eight functional fitness sessions was developed, structured according to the principles of gradual progression, individualization, and emotional safety. Purpose of the study. To substantiate and develop lesson plans for functional fitness training as a means of psychophysical recovery of individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder. The research was based on a program consisting of eight functional training sessions that included aerobic, strength, relaxation, and breathing exercises. The methodological approach integrates psychophysical and pedagogical aspects of recovery through physical activity. Research objectives: to analyze the theoretical and methodological foundations of using fitness for psychophysical rehabilitation of individuals with PTSD; to identify the main physiological and psychological characteristics of people with different types of PTSD; to develop lesson plans for functional fitness training considering the adaptive capabilities of individuals with PTSD. For the first time, the principles of designing functional fitness training for individuals with PTSD have been systematized, combining physical exercise, breathing techniques, and relaxation elements. A structural and logical model of training sessions is proposed, taking into account the participants’ individual psychophysiological characteristics and motivation level. PTSD is accompanied by deep psychophysiological disorders that reduce vitality, emotional stability, and social activity. Fitness, as a non-pharmacological means of rehabilitation, provides a multidimensional effect. The integration of physical activity, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques creates favorable conditions for restoring the body’s overall functional balance.
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