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NCPAD Document: Person-First Language and Disability Awareness: Interaction Tips for the Fitness Professional Director's Column: Don't Die of a Broken Heart This Valentine's Day Community Voice: Success is a Journey . . . Not a ... [... more]
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Introduction
Most children have the option to participate in recreation, after-school activities, weekend team sports, and summer camps. At school, they have a chance to exercise in physical education classes and on the playground at recess. However, these ... [... more]
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High-Intensity Weight Training for People with Disabilities
Disabilities should not deter people from attaining the positive benefits of a well-structured weight training program. Strength training increases muscle size, improves muscle endurance, prevents bone loss, and increases self-esteem. Weight ... [... more]
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Health Promotion: Nutrition for Persons with ...
General Recommendations for maintaining or losing weight include: lean: less than 10 grams of fat, 4.5 grams of saturated fat, and no more than 95 milligrams of cholesterol per serving light (lite): one-third less calories or no more than half ... [... more]
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Disability/Condition: Yoga for Individuals with Disabilities
Yoga is an ancient Indian practice which involves moving the body and training the mind to achieve balance and well-being. The purpose of traditional yoga is for each individual to be healthy, both physically and mentally, and able to reach his ... [... more]
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