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We want more! Examining the perceived training and information needs of health and fitness practitioners about disability and physical activity.
- Source :
- Applied Physiology, Nutrition & Metabolism; Feb2023, Vol. 48 Issue 2, p226-230, 5p, 1 Chart
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- A lack of disability-specific knowledge among practitioners poses a significant barrier to physical activity (PA) participation for persons with physical disabilities (PWPDs). This study aimed to identify perceived training needs of health and fitness practitioners to support PA for PWPDs. Canadian health and fitness practitioners (n = 115; 81% female) completed an online survey. More specialized training and access to information about PA for PWPDs are needed. In-person training, webinars, and lived experiences of PWPDs are recommended. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 17155312
- Volume :
- 48
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Applied Physiology, Nutrition & Metabolism
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 161621174
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1139/apnm-2022-0239