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Carter, Kathleen; Pennington, Robert; Ledford, Elizabeth – Physical Disabilities: Education and Related Services, 2017
As adults with Down syndrome (DS) age, their strength decreases resulting in difficulty performing activities of daily living. In the current study, we investigated the use of video modeling for teaching three adults with DS to perform weight lifting techniques. A multiple probe design across behaviors (i.e., lifts) was used to evaluate…
Descriptors: Down Syndrome, Pilot Projects, Athletics, Physical Education
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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
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Dimitrios, Voutsas; Dimitrios, Kokaridas – International Journal of Special Education, 2004
The purpose of this action research study was to examine the effect of an adapted swimming program in terms of improving the performance and behaviour of an individual with kyphosis-scoliosis, with the use of an individualised education approach. The sample consisted of an adult woman with kyphosis-scoliosis. The pre-swimming phase included a…
Descriptors: Muscular Strength, Aquatic Sports, Physical Activities, Action Research
Miszko, Tanya A.; Ramsey, Vincent K.; Blasch, Bruce B. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 2004
This pilot study assessed the physical and psychological outcomes of a tai chi exercise program for eight adults with visual impairments. It found that after eight weeks of orientation and mobility training and tai chi practice, the participants' single leg-stance time and total knee flexion work and power improved, as did their frequency of,…
Descriptors: Exercise, Visual Impairments, Mental Health, Wellness