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Changes in Physical Activity Associated With a Multicomponent Weight-Loss Randomized Controlled Trial for Youth With Intellectual Disabilities. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-09 Richard K Fleming,Misha Eliasziw,Gretchen A Dittrich,Carol Curtin,Melissa Maslin,Aviva Must,Linda G Bandini
Youth with intellectual disabilities engage in low levels of physical activity (PA). An aim of this family-based weight-loss behavioral intervention (FBBI) trial was to increase and sustain PA in these youth. Accelerometry data were available from 21 individuals with intellectual disabilities, age 14-22 years. Each completed the 6-month FBBI, after which 10 completed a 6-month maintenance intervention
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The Future of Para Report Cards on Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities—A Global Call for Engagement, Data, and Advocacy Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-11-09 Mark S. Tremblay, Iryna Demchenko, John J. Reilly, Salomé Aubert, Cindy Sit
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 41 Issue: 1 Pages: 1-8
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"It Looks Good on Paper, But It Was Never Meant to Be Real": Mixed-Gender Events in the Paralympic Movement. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-27 Nikolaus A Dean,Andrea Bundon,P David Howe,Natalie Abele
Although the Paralympic Games have been around for over 60 years, women remain underrepresented in almost all aspects of the Paralympic Movement. It has been suggested that a way to increase women's involvement is through the implementation of mixed-gender events. On paper, this approach makes sense. However, when it comes to the implementation of mixed-gender opportunities for women, it is less clear
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Exploring Physical Educators' Self-Efficacy to Teach Students With Disabilities in General Physical Education. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-18 Lindsey A Nowland
The purpose of this study was to explore the ways in which in-service physical education teachers construct their self-efficacy beliefs toward teaching students with disabilities in general physical education classes. Using a qualitative descriptive approach situated within self-efficacy theory, data were collected via semistructured audio-recorded interviews with 16 in-service physical educators.
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Morality- and Norm-Based Subgroups of Disability-Sport Athletes Differ on Their Anticipated Guilt and Intentions Toward Doping. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-04 Tyler S Harris,Alan L Smith,Ian Boardley
The purpose of this study was to examine whether subgroups of disability-sport athletes exist on morality- and norm-based doping cognitions and whether these groups differ in anticipated guilt or doping intentions. A survey was completed by 186 athletes (Mage = 37.5 years, 78.0% male, 45.1% wheelchair basketball) assessing norms, doping moral disengagement, anticipated guilt, and intentions to dope
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A Systematic Review of Digital Interventions to Promote Physical Activity in People With Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-10-04 Debbie Van Biesen,Tine Van Damme,Natalia Morgulec-Adamowicz,Aleksandra Buchholtz,Momna Anjum,Séan Healy
This systematic review synthesized the literature on digital health interventions for the promotion of physical activity (PA) among people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. From an initial screening of 553 records, 10 studies underwent full-text review. Data were extracted relating to study, intervention, and sample characteristics and PA-related findings. Methodological quality was evaluated
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Leveraging Disability Sport Events: Impacts, Promises, and Possibilities, 1st Edition. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-09-04 Catriona McBean
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Perceptions of High-Intensity Interval Training Among People With Spinal Cord Injury: A Mixed-Methods Analysis Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-22 Joseph Peters, Kellie Halloran, Alexander Teague, Emily Erlenbach, Libak Abou, Mariana Kersh, Ian Rice
This mixed-method project investigated how people with spinal cord injury perceive high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Using a recumbent hand cycle, 11 active men and 9 active women with spinal cord injury or related disease participated in a single HIIT and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) session. Following exercise, participants completed surveys assessing enjoyment, self-efficacy
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Structure and Organization of Sport for People With Intellectual Disabilities Across Europe Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-08-10 Adriana Marin-Urquiza, Jan Burns, Natalia Morgulec-Adamowicz, Debbie Van Biesen
Opportunities to participate and compete in sports for athletes with intellectual disability (ID) have increased; however, this group still encounters limitations in accessing a comprehensive range of sports. This study addressed the current knowledge on how sport for people with ID is organized and the relationships between the major sport organizations for people with ID across 10 European countries
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Assessing the Fundamental Movement Skills of Children With Intellectual Disabilities in the Special Olympics Young Athletes Program Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-07-26 Hayley Kavanagh, Mika Manninen, Sarah Meegan, Johann Issartel
Mastering the ability to move proficiently from a young age is an important contributor to lifelong physical activity participation. This study examined fundamental movement skill (FMS) proficiency in children with intellectual disabilities (n = 96, 60% boys, age 5–12 years) and typically developing children (n = 96, 60% boys, age 5–12 years). Participants were assessed using the Test of Gross Motor
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Physical Activity Among Young Children With Disabilities: A Systematic Review Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-29 Leah G. Taylor, Leigh M. Vanderloo, Julia Yates, Rebecca L. Bassett-Gunter, Meagan Stanley, Patricia Tucker
Physical activity (PA) in the early years is foundational for growth and development and associated with numerous health benefits. However, the prevalence of PA participation among the pediatric population with disabilities is less clear. This systematic review aimed to synthesize the existing literature on PA levels of young children (0–5.99 years) with disabilities. Empirical quantitative studies
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Transfer and Retention Effects of a Motor Program in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-29 Jin Bo, Bo Shen, YanLi Pang, Mingting Zhang, Yuan Xiang, Liangshan Dong, Yu Song, Patricia Lasutschinkow, Alina Dillahunt, Dan Li
The current study examined the acquisition, retention, and transfer effects of a motor program. Children with autism spectrum disorder participated in a 9-week program that targeted 13 fundamental motor skills based upon the Test of Gross Motor Development-3. Assessments were conducted before and after the program, as well as at 2-month follow-up. Significant improvements were found on not only the
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Inclusive Leisure: A Strengths-Based Approach, 1st ed. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-28 Marissa Schulke
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 41 Issue: 1 Pages: 198-200
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Effects of Powerchair Football: Contextual Factors That Impact Participation Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-20 Aurelien Vandenbergue, J.P. Barfield, Said Ahmaidi, Stephanie Williams, Thierry Weissland
The aim of this study was to identify contextual factors that negatively affect activity and participation among powerchair football (PF) players. Thirty-seven semistructured interviews were conducted with PF players (Mage = 27.9 ± 8.2 years) in France (n = 18) and the United States (n = 19). Participants reported acute back and neck pain as the primary morbidities resulting from PF participation,
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Sports Classification and Athletes With Intellectual Disabilities: Measuring Health Status Using a Questionnaire Based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-09 Lorenna Tussis, Suzie Lemmey, Jan Burns
Most people with intellectual disabilities have comorbid health conditions, which will impact optimization of sporting performance. Classification is used in Paralympic events to ensure that those with similar levels of functional ability compete fairly against each other. An evidence-based approach needs to be developed for athletes with intellectual disabilities to be classified in relation to their
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Seated-Shot-Put Equipment in Para Athletics—A Review and Presentation of Data From the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-06-01 Connor J.M. Holdback, Rony Ibrahim, David S. Haydon, Ross A. Pinder, Paul N. Grimshaw, Richard M. Kelso
This research provides a review of seated shot put alongside new data from the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games with the aim to understand the latest trends in equipment within a recently established rule set and how key equipment variables may impact performance for athletes in different classifications. First, a review of the literature found that the throwing pole is a key equipment aid that is not well
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A Qualitative Analysis of a Positive Elite Parasport Performance Culture Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-05-09 Athina Papailiou, Janine K. Coates, Carolyn R. Plateau, Hugh Gilmore, Jamie B. Barker
Organizational culture in sports affects well-being, performance, and overall success. Although team culture has been explored within able-bodied teams, little is known about culture development within parasport. Using a descriptive case study approach, our study examined the culture development and experiences of an elite parasport team. Two semistructured individual telephone interviews were conducted
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Disability, the Media, and the Paralympic Games, 1st ed. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-04-29 Joshua R. Pate
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 4 Pages: 807-809
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Parent Descriptions of the Active Play Behaviors of Their Twins and Triplets With Autism Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-04-21 Marie Abu Itham, Serene Kerpan, Robert Balogh, Meghann Lloyd
Children with autism engage in active play in different ways than children who are neurotypical, but their active play behaviors are not well understood. Research with twins and triplets with autism offers a unique opportunity to gain a clear picture of the play behaviors of children with autism because twins and triplets share many similarities (age, access to toys, etc.). Through semistructured interviews
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Mobility and Dual Tasking in the Everyday Lives of Adults with Multiple Sclerosis: A Qualitative Exploration. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-04-18 Michael VanNostrand,Katie Emberley,Erin Cairns,Kristina Shanahan,Susan L Kasser
OBJECTIVE The purpose of the study was to understand how people with multiple sclerosis experience dual-tasking situations in their everyday lives. METHODS Focus groups involving a total of 11 individuals with multiple sclerosis (eight females and three males) participated in this qualitative inquiry. Participants were asked open-ended questions focused on the nature of and consequences around dual
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Results From the First Para Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents With Disabilities in the Philippines Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-04-12 Mary-Grace Kang, Audrey Anne Esguerra, Aila Nica Bandong, Roselle Guisihan, Frances Rom Lunar, Kristofferson Mendoza, Carlos Dominic Olegario, Yves Palad, Esmerita Rotor, Gabriella Isabel Tablante
A comprehensive evaluation of physical activity (PA) engagement and policy implementation among Filipino children and adolescents with disabilities is vital in the promotion of an active healthy lifestyle. This is the first Para Report Card of the Philippines that presents the available evidence on the 10 commonly used PA indicators. Published and gray literature were searched for country-specific
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Erratum. Global Matrix of Para Report Cards on Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-04-08 Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 3 Pages: 568-568
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“We’re All the Same and We Love Football.” Experiences of Players and Facilitators Regarding a Collaborative, Inclusive Football Program Between Academy and Special Olympics Footballers Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-25 Melissa A. Fothergill, Danna Baik, Hannah M. Slater, Pamela L. Graham
This study provides insight into an inclusive program between Special Olympics (SO) and academy football (soccer) players in the United Kingdom from the perspectives of players and facilitators. Qualitative focus groups were conducted across 30 participants (six facilitators, 14 Premier League academy players, and 10 SO players). Focus groups compared stakeholders’ experiences of participating in a
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Predictors of Physical Activity Levels in Ambulant/Semiambulant Children and Adolescents With Cerebral Palsy: A Clinical Cohort Study Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-24 Christina Esmann Fonvig, Jens Troelsen, Jan Christian Brønd, Sören Möller, Anders Holsgaard-Larsen
Children and adolescents with cerebral palsy (CP) show a reduced physical activity (PA) level compared with their typically developed peers. This study aimed to identify potential predictors of objectively evaluated habitual PA using data from a national clinical registry—the Cerebral Palsy Follow-Up Program (CPFP)—and proxy-reported questionnaires. Data from the CPFP database showed that female sex
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Evidence-Informed Recommendations for Community-Based Organizations Developing Physical Activity Information Targeting Families of Children and Youth With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-24 Rebecca Bassett-Gunter, Jennifer Tomasone, Amy Latimer-Cheung, Kelly Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Katerina Disimino, Victoria Larocca, Lauren Tristani, Kathleen Martin Ginis, Jennifer Leo, Leigh Vanderloo, Dave Sora, Archie Allison
Parents of children and youth with disabilities (CYD) have expressed unique physical activity (PA) information needs. Community-based organizations (CBOs) require assistance to meet these needs. Guided by the Appraisal of Guidelines, Research and Evaluation II, this project established evidence-informed recommendations for developing PA information targeting families of CYD. This process involved a
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Global Matrix of Para Report Cards on Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-24 Kwok Ng, Cindy Sit, Kelly Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Salomé Aubert, Heidi Stanish, Yeshayahu Hutzler, Diego Augusto Santos Silva, Mary-Grace Kang, José Francisco López-Gil, Eun-Young Lee, Piritta Asunta, Jurate Pozeriene, Piotr Kazimierz Urbański, Nicolas Aguilar-Farias, John J. Reilly
This is an overview of the results from 14 countries or jurisdictions in a Global Matrix of Para Report Cards on physical activity (PA) of children and adolescents with disabilities. The methodology was based on the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance’s Global Matrix 4.0. Data were aligned with 10 indicators (Overall PA, Organized Sport, Active Play, Active Transport, Physical Fitness, Sedentary Behavior
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Physical Activity and Mental Health of Parents of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-13 Xiaoxia Zhang, Zackary G. Kern, Joonkoo Yun
This study aimed to examine physical activity (PA) levels and mental health status (i.e., anxiety and depression) among parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Secondary data analysis was conducted using the 2018 National Health Interview Survey. We identified 139 parents of children with ASD and 4,470 parents of children with no disability. Their PA levels, anxiety, and depression
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Visual Supports for Children With Autism in Physical Activity Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-10 Adam S. Forbes, Joonkoo Yun
Visual supports have been advocated as one strategy to teach children with autism in physical education. However, empirical studies documented inconsistencies in their effectiveness, with some demonstrating positive effects while others reported limited support for their use. Without a clear synthesis of information, physical educators may have difficulties in identifying and meaningfully utilizing
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The Value of Incorporating Inclusive Sports in Schools: An Exploration of Unified Sport Experiences Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-03 Roxy Helliker O’Rourke, Krystn Orr, Rebecca Renwick, F. Virginia Wright, James Noronha, Kirsten Bobbie, Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos
School sports programs intentionally created for students with and without disabilities may increase social participation of students with intellectual disabilities (IDs). Special Olympics Unified Sports is one program where students with and without ID participate on one team. Guided by a critical realist paradigm, this study explored the perceptions of students with and without ID and coaches of
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Erratum. “WOT” Do We Know and Do About Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities? A SWOT-Oriented Synthesis of Para Report Cards Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-01 Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 2 Pages: 405-405
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Erratum. Results From Spain’s 2022 Para Report Cards on Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-03-01 Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 2 Pages: 404-404
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Time Course Effects of Different Intensities of Running Exercise on Cognitive and Motor Performances in Individuals With Intellectual Disability Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-27 Sana Affes, Rihab Borji, Nidhal Zarrouk, Thouraya Fendri, Sonia Sahli, Haithem Rebai
This study explored the acute effects of different running intensities on cognitive and motor performances in individuals with intellectual disability (ID). An ID group (age, M = 15.25 years, SD = 2.76) and a control group without ID (age, M = 15.11 years, SD = 1.54) performed visual simple and choice reaction times, auditory simple reaction time, and finger tapping tests before and after running at
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“WOT” Do We Know and Do About Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities? A SWOT-Oriented Synthesis of Para Report Cards Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-20 Yeshayahu Hutzler, Sharon Barak, Salomé Aubert, Kelly Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Riki Tesler, Cindy Sit, Diego Augusto Santos Silva, Piritta Asunta, Jurate Pozeriene, José Francisco López-Gil, Kwok Ng
The purpose was to synthesize information gathered from the interpretation and conclusion sections of the Global Matrix of Para Report Cards on the physical activity of children and adolescents with disabilities. The synthesis was based on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats framework. The procedure consisted of three stages: (a) the application of the International Classification
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Results From Spain’s 2022 Para Report Cards on Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-20 José Francisco López-Gil, Susana Aznar, Blanca Roman-Viñas, Javier Brazo-Sayavera, Rocío Izquierdo-Gómez, Sabina Barrios-Fernández, Olga Rodríguez Ferrán, Salome Aubert
This report aims to provide a better understanding of physical activity (PA) and related factors among Spanish children and adolescents living with disabilities. The 10 indicators used for the Global Matrix on Para Report Cards of children and adolescents living with disabilities were evaluated based on the best available data in Spain. An analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats
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Physical Activity Para Report Card for Children and Adolescents With Disabilities in Lithuania Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-20 Jurate Pozeriene, Arūnas Emeljanovas, Vida Ostaseviciene, Kestutis Skucas, Kristina Bradauskiene, Renatas Mizeras, Ausrine Packeviciute, Kristina Venckuniene, Vaida Pokvytyte, Diana Reklaitiene, Kwok Ng
Despite the recognized benefits of physical activity (PA) for children and adolescents with disabilities (CAWD), collective information on this is lacking in Lithuania. The purpose of this study was to investigate the current “state of the nation” PA levels of CAWD, based on the 10 indicators from the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance Global Matrix 4.0 methodology. Scientific articles, practical
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Erratum. Health Outcomes of Physical Activity Interventions in Adults With Down Syndrome: A Systematic Review Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-14 Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 2 Pages: 403-403
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The Self-Efficacy of Physical Education Teachers to Teach Students With Disabilities: A Systematic Review of Literature Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-13 Lindsey A. Nowland, Justin A. Haegele
The purpose of this article is to examine the content of previously published empirical literature utilizing self-efficacy theory with regard to physical education teachers’ perceived self-confidence to teach students with disabilities in general physical education. Keyword searches were used to identify relevant literature from electronic databases published from 2000 to 2022. Twenty-four articles
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Factors That Influence Physical Activity in Individuals With Down Syndrome: Perspectives of Guardians and Health Professionals Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-08 Emma E. Schultz, Katerina Sergi, Gregg Twietmeyer, Nicolas M. Oreskovic, Stamatis Agiovlasitis
Identifying factors that influence physical activity (PA) among individuals with Down syndrome is essential for PA promotion. Insight can be gained from guardians and health professionals. The purpose of this study was to explore the perspectives of guardians and health professionals on facilitators and barriers of PA in individuals with Down syndrome. Interviews were conducted with 11 guardians (five
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Outdoor Physical Activity and Play Among Canadian Children and Youth With Disabilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Findings From the National Physical Activity Measurement Study Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-07 Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Raktim Mitra, Ritu Sharma, Sarah A. Moore
This study explored the association between socioecological factors and outdoor physical activity (PA) and play in children with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents (N = 133) completed a survey to report changes in their child’s outdoor PA and play during the pandemic (from prepandemic levels), and child, household, and neighborhood environment factors. Children with a PA-supporting
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U.S. Physical Activity Para Report Card for Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-06 Heidi Stanish, Samantha M. Ross, Byron Lai, Justin A. Haegele, Joonkoo Yun, Sean Healy
The U.S. Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth has tracked 10 physical activity (PA) indicators common to the Active Healthy Kids Global Matrix since 2014. This article expands on the U.S. report cards by presenting PA indicator assessments among children and adolescents with disabilities. Grades for indicators were assigned based on a search of peer-reviewed articles presenting nationally
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Health Outcomes of Physical Activity Interventions in Adults With Down Syndrome: A Systematic Review Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-02-01 Brantley K. Ballenger, Emma E. Schultz, Melody Dale, Bo Fernhall, Robert W. Motl, Stamatis Agiovlasitis
This systematic review examined whether physical activity interventions improve health outcomes in adults with Down syndrome (DS). We searched PubMed, APA PsycInfo, SPORTDiscus, APA PsycARTICLES, and Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection using keywords related to DS and physical activity. We included 35 studies published in English since January 1, 1990. Modes of exercise training programs
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Development and Pilot Testing of the Disability Awareness Training and Education Program Among Community-Based Group Fitness Instructors Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-01-31 Brynn Adamson, Mina Woo, Toni Liechty, Chung-Yi Chiu, Nic Wyatt, Cailey Cranny, Laura Rice
Lack of disability awareness of fitness professionals is a well-established barrier to exercise participation among people with disabilities that is likely related to the lack of disability awareness training for group fitness instructors. The purposes of this study were to develop, implement, and evaluate a disability awareness training for group fitness instructors. A 90-min video training and resource
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“It Shaped My Future in Ways I Wasn’t Prepared for—in the Best Way Possible”: Alumni Volunteers’ Experiences in an Adapted Sports and Recreation Program Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-01-20 Meredith Wekesser, Guilherme H. Costa, Piotr J. Pasik, Karl Erickson
Adapted sport participation can have many positive benefits for adults with disabilities. However, one barrier to implementing successful adapted sport programs is lack of knowledgeable volunteers who understand accessibility and disability. In fact, little is known about volunteers’ experiences in adapted sport programs. The purpose of this study was to retrospectively examine experiences of able-bodied
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Coach and Athlete Perspectives on Talent Transfer in Paralympic Sport Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-01-19 Nima Dehghansai, Alia Mazhar, Joseph Baker
Research pertaining to the experiences and motives of Paralympic athletes who transfer between sports is scant. This study aimed to address this gap through semistructured interviews with Canadian Paralympic coaches (n = 35) and athletes (n = 12). Three higher-order themes of “alternative to retirement,” “career extension,” and “compatibility” were identified. The subthemes of “psychobehavioral” and
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Expert Views on Evidence-Based Classification for Goalball: A Delphi Study Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2023-01-17 Anna M. Martin, Donghyun Ryu, Robin C. Jackson, David L. Mann
Para sport classification aims to minimize the impact of impairments on the outcome of competition. The International Paralympic Committee requires classification systems to be evidence based and sport specific, yet the sport of goalball uses a structure that is not supported by evidence demonstrating its legitimacy for competition. This study aimed to establish expert opinions on how a sport-specific
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Evaluation of Physical Activity Indicators for French Children and Adolescents With Disabilities: National Para Report Card and SWOT Analysis Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-28 Salomé Aubert, Charlotte Verdot, Gilles Thöni, Jérémy Vanhelst
The objectives of this work were (a) to adopt the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance Report Card methodology to evaluate the state of physical activity (PA) for French children and adolescents with disabilities (CAWD) and (b) to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) perceived by French PA experts for promoting PA among CAWD. The harmonized Active Healthy Kids Global
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2022 Para Report Card on Physical Activity of Israeli Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-28 Yeshayahu Hutzler, Riki Tesler, Avinoam Gilad, Kwok Ng, Sharon Barak
Children and adolescents with disabilities (CAWD) represent 11% of Israeli children and adolescents. The 10 core indicators of the Global Matrix on Para Report Cards of physical activity (PA) of CAWD were used to create the 2022 Israeli Para Report Card. A panel of four experts reviewed resources and synthesized evidence of PA behaviors and policies for CAWD in Israel, converted the data to grades
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Results From South Korean 2022 Para Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-28 Jeongmin Lee, Kitaek Oh, Jihee Min, Seon-Young Goo, Eun-Young Lee, Kyoung June Yi, Jinmoo Heo, Joon-Sung Lee, Dong-il Kim, Wonsang Shin, Kwon-il Kim, Yeonsoo Kim, Justin Y. Jeon
South Korea has developed its first Para Report Card on physical activity (PA) for children and adolescents with disabilities. Five national surveillance databases were used to evaluate PA indicators based on the benchmarks and grading rubric provided by Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance. Report card evaluation committees were invited to grade and assess the results using strengths, weaknesses, opportunities
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Results From Finland’s 2022 Para Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-24 P. Asunta, K. Kämppi, K. Ng, A. Saari, T. Tammelin
Finland’s 2022 Para Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents With Disabilities includes a summary of results and grades for 10 physical activity indicators and highlights how these grades are interpreted by stakeholders. The disability classification was based on the UNICEF/Washington Group on Disability Statistics measure, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD7) measure, or education
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Expert Appraisal of the 2022 Canadian Para Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-24 Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Nicholas Kuzik, Leigh M. Vanderloo, Kathleen A. Martin Ginis, Maeghan E. James, Rebecca L. Bassett-Gunter, Daniela Ruttle, Pinder DaSilva, Katerina Disimino, Christine Cameron, Mike Arthur, Keiko Shikako, Amy E. Latimer-Cheung
This report provides an expert appraisal of the Canadian Para Report Card on physical activity (PA) for children and adolescents with disabilities. Thirteen indicators were graded by a panel of researchers, representatives from disability and PA organizations, and parents of children and adolescents with disabilities using benchmarks of the Global Matrix 4.0 and previous Canadian PA Report Cards. Facilitated
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Factors Related to Physical Activity in Adults With Intellectual Disabilities in Group Home Settings: A Systematic Literature Review Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-21 Paige Laxton, Freda Patterson, Sean Healy
This systematic review of literature aimed to synthesize the multilevel factors related to physical activity (PA) among adults (age 18–65) with intellectual disability living in group homes. Keyword searches were used to identify articles from electronic databases, resulting in the inclusion of 10 articles for full-text review. Data were extracted relating to study and sample characteristics and study
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Physical Educators’ Perceptions and Experiences of Teaching Students With Mobility Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-07 Jacob Benzinger, Jeff R. Crane, Angela M. Coppola, David J. Hancock
Schools can support physical education (PE) among students with mobility disabilities (SMDs). However, previous research has indicated that people and resources in the school environment have served as facilitators and barriers to engaging SMDs in PE. Thus, the purpose of this pragmatic, qualitative study was to explore physical educators’ perceptions and experiences of teaching SMDs to learn how to
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Adapted Physical Educators Navigating Relationships With School Administrators Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-06 Kevin Andrew Richards, Scott McNamara, Alyssa M. Trad, Lauren Hill, Sarena Abdallah
School administrators represent key agents of socialization for teachers within their schools, including adapted physical educators who design and implement instruction for youth with disabilities, often across multiple school sites. The purpose of this study was to understand how adapted physical educators navigate and build relationships with administrators in the schools where they teach. Data were
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Digest Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-06 ZáNean McClain, Daniel W. Tindall
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 1 Pages: 176-176
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A Brief Note From the Incoming Editor Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-05 Justin A. Haegele
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 1 Pages: 1-3
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Adapted Physical Activity Policies for Children and Adolescents in Brazil: Extension of the Para Report Card Brazil. Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-05 Diego Augusto Santos Silva,Carolina Fernandes da Silva
Brazil is a country member of the Para Report Card, and Brazilian researchers have frequently published information on physical activity of children and adolescents. The current study aimed to analyze the policies for the promotion of adapted physical activity to Brazilian children and adolescents with disabilities. Official government information on adapted physical activity was analyzed from the
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Teaching Disabled Children in Physical Education: (Dis)connections Between Research and Practice, 1st Edition Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-12-05 Fabián Arroyo Rojas
Journal Name: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Volume: 40 Issue: 1 Pages: 173-175
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The Emergence of the Pandemic: High-Performance Coach and Athlete Experiences Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-11-22 Nima Dehghansai, Alia Mazhar, Ross Pinder, Joseph Baker, Ian Renshaw
The current study explored coach and athlete reactions and challenges leading up to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, with a specific focus on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Games’ postponement. Nine Australian Paralympic coaches (n = 3) and athletes (n = 6) shared their experiences in semistructured interviews. The thematic analysis highlighted how participants experienced the emergence
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Irish Para Report Card on Physical Activity of Children and Adolescents With Disabilities Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-11-18 Kwok Ng, Sean Healy, Wesley O’Brien, Lauren Rodriguez, Marie Murphy, Angela Carlin
For the first time, data on children and adolescents with disabilities in Ireland are reported based on the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance Para Report Card methodology. The most recent data from the last 10 years were used in the grading process (A+ to F), and indicators with insufficient data were graded as incomplete. Of the 10 indicators from the Global Matrix Para Report Cards, grades were
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Reverse Integration in Wheelchair Basketball—A Mixed-Method Spanish Stakeholders’ Perspective Adapt. Phys. Act. Q. (IF 1.9) Pub Date : 2022-11-16 Javier Pérez-Tejero, Mauro Grassi-Roig, Javier Coterón, Yeshayahu Hutzler
In Spain, wheelchair basketball competition is well developed and structured; however, reverse integration is not allowed. This study aimed to describe and synthesize the perceptions of Spanish wheelchair stakeholders (players, coaches, referees, and club managers). A mixed-method approach was used, utilizing an ad hoc survey questionnaire (n = 49) and three focus groups (n = 12). Quantitative and