Physical activity, exercise, and sport

Karen Nankervis, Wendy Cousins, Hana Válková, Tadhg MacIntyre

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Substantial empirical evidence confirms that regular participation in physical activity contributes to health in individuals of all ages, gender, and ability. Yet numerous studies have found that people with disabilities are less likely to engage in physical activity, are more sedentary, and tend to be less fit than their peers (Temple et al. 2006). This chapter provides an overview of the evidence that sets out the value of exercise and sport participation by people with an intellectual disability and, where available, the cascading benefits for families and workers. Strategies to promote involvement in exercise and sport are addressed, with a focus on evidence-based strategies that can be incorporated into practice and undertaken in environments that promote community inclusion and experiences. Recommendations for promoting exercise and sport participation for people with intellectual disabilities are also provided.
LanguageEnglish
Title of host publicationHealth Promotion for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Pages174-182
Publication statusPublished - Jan 2014

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Nankervis, K., Cousins, W., Válková, H., & MacIntyre, T. (2014). Physical activity, exercise, and sport. In Health Promotion for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (pp. 174-182)
Nankervis, Karen ; Cousins, Wendy ; Válková, Hana ; MacIntyre, Tadhg. / Physical activity, exercise, and sport. Health Promotion for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. 2014. pp. 174-182
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