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Measuring the Actual Levels and Patterns of Physical Activity/Inactivity of Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
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Finlayson, Janet; Turner, Angela; Granat, Malcolm H. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2011
Background: Lack of regular physical activity is a significant risk to health. The aim of this study was to objectively measure the levels and patterns of activity of adults with intellectual disabilities, to inform the design of studies aimed at increasing activity and health in this population. Materials and Methods: Interviews were conducted…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Moderate Mental Retardation, Physical Activity Level, Life Style
Understanding Predictors of Low Physical Activity in Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
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Finlayson, Janet; Jackson, Alison; Cooper, Sally-Ann; Morrison, Jillian; Melville, Craig; Smiley, Elita; Allan, Linda; Mantry, Dipali – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2009
Background: Lack of regular physical activity is globally one of the most significant risks to health. The main aims of this study were to describe the types and levels of regular physical activity undertaken by adults with intellectual disabilities, and to investigate the factors predicting low activity. Materials and Methods: Interviews were…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Mental Retardation, Physical Activity Level, Adults