Review of Pedagogical Research · May 11, 2026

Breathing practices for stabilizing the functional health of middle-aged women

By Осипова К

This article examines the current biomedical and pedagogical problem of declining functional status and physical fitness among middle-aged women caused by natural age-related changes in the hormonal and physiological regulation of the body. The objective of the study is to provide a theoretical justification and experimentally evaluate the effectiveness of using modern breathing exercise systems (Oxycise, Bodyflex, Oxystrong) as a core component of fitness and wellness classes. The work examines in detail the physiological aspects of aging that affect the cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal systems of the female body. The scientific novelty of the study lies in a comparative analysis of the effects of these methods on the body's adaptive reserves and physical fitness indicators. During a 12-week pedagogical experiment involving 60 women in this age group, standardized assessment methods were used: functional tests (Ruffier index), ЧСС measurements, muscle strength (push-ups), flexibility, and body mass index (ИМТ). The results obtained statistically confirm that the proposed breathing practices contribute to a significant increase in the body's functionality and correction of body composition. The comprehensive Oxystrong program showed the greatest effectiveness. The study results contribute to the theory and methodology of physical education, offering scientifically grounded strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and active longevity among middle-aged women. These methods can be successfully implemented in fitness centers and wellness organizations, providing specialists with tools for developing highly effective rehabilitation and training programs. this article addresses the current biomedical and pedagogical challenge of declining functional status and physical fitness among middle-aged women, which is associated with natural age-related changes in the hormonal and physiological regulation of the body. The purpose of the study is to theoretically substantiate and experimentally assess the effectiveness of using modern breathing exercise techniques (Oxysize, Bodyflex, Oxystrong) as a core component of fitness and wellness programs. The work provides a detailed analysis of the physiological aspects of aging that affect the cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal systems of the female body. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the comparative analysis of the impact of these techniques on the adaptive reserves of the body and physical fitness indicators. During a 12-week pedagogical experiment involving 60 women from this age group, standardized assessment methods were applied, including functional tests (Ruffier index), heart rate measurements, muscular strength assessments (push-ups), flexibility measurements, and body mass index (BMI). The obtained results statistically confirm that the proposed breathing practices contribute to a significant improvement in body functionality and correction of body composition. The highest effectiveness was demonstrated by the complex «Oxystrong» program. The findings contribute to the theory and methodology of physical education by offering scientifically-based strategies to support a healthy lifestyle and active longevity for middle-aged women. These methods can be successfully implemented in fitness centers and wellness organizations, providing specialists with tools to develop highly effective rehabilitation and training programs.

doi.org/10.58224/2687-0428-2026-8-5-138-145 Open access Interventions