“…Aging is characterized by morphological and physiological changes, such as loss of muscle strength, flexibility, and balance, and other deficits in physical function 2,3 , particularly in women 4 . In conjunction with these processes, there are variations in body composition and anthropometry (a reduction in weight, height, and bone mineral density) and these are exacerbated by the more sedentary lifestyle of older individuals 5,6 , which affects their quality of life 7 and increases the risk of falls, especially in women 8 . Furthermore, it has been identified that Brazilian women show variations in their fitness relative to other populations 9 .…”