Sports & Leisure
Exercise & Fitness
In addition to the Exercise Principles and Guidelines for Persons with Cerebral Palsy and Neuromuscular Disorders developed by UCP, UCP is also pleased to share the following information developed by National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD), the premier site for finding information and resources about physical activity and disability.
Documents:
- Promotion of Physical Fitness and Prevention of Secondary Conditions for Children with Cerebral Palsy
- Adapted Physical Education: Anybody Can Play
- Fit for Everyone, Some Gyms Actively Seeking the Disabled Post, 11/12/02
- Exercise Principles and Guidelines for Persons with Cerebral Palsy and Neuromuscular Disorders
- Exercise as Therapy for Individuals with Disabilities
- Tips for Evaluating a Potential Exercise Facility for People with Disabilities
- General Exercise Guidelines
- Aquatic Therapy
- Exercise Cycles and Ergometers
- Exercising During Pregnancy
- Training with Weights or Resistance
- Weight Training Equipment
- Weight Training - High Intensity
- An Exercise in Frustration
- National Institute on Aging Offers Exercise Guide and Video for Seniors


