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Wouters, Marieke; van der Zanden, Anna M.; Evenhuis, Heleen M.; Hilgenkamp, Thessa I. M. – American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2017
Physical fitness is an important marker for health. In this study we investigated the feasibility and reliability of health-related physical fitness tests in children with moderate to severe levels of intellectual disability. Thirty-nine children (2-18 yrs) performed tests for muscular strength and endurance, the modified 6-minute walk test (6mwt)…
Descriptors: Physical Fitness, Tests, Children, Adolescents
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Bartlo, Pamela; Klein, Penelope J. – American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2011
Regular physical activity is vital for adult individuals with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of this review was to assess critically the evidence on effectiveness of physical activity interventions for adults with intellectual disability. An electronic database search was conducted. Research was then assessed for methodological rigor, and…
Descriptors: Evidence, Muscular Strength, Physical Activities, Mental Retardation