An overview of the effects of physical exercise programs on individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Miguel Jacinto Jacinto; José Pedro Ferreira; Diogo Monteiro; Raul Antunes; Maria João Campos; Rui Matos

doi:10.6063/motricidade.30665

An overview of the effects of physical exercise programs on individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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Miguel Jacinto Jacinto ESECS – Polytechnic of Leiria
José Pedro Ferreira Faculdade de Ciências do Desporto e Educação Física da Universidade de Coimbra https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4427-3276
Diogo Monteiro ESECS, Politécnico de Leiria; Centro de Investigação em Desporto, Saúde e Desenvolvimento Humano http://orcid.org/0000-0002-7179-6814
Raul Antunes ESECS—Polytechnic Institute of Leiria https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5485-9430
Maria João Campos Faculdade de Ciências do Desporto e Educação Física da Universidade de Coimbra https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2148-3534
Rui Matos ESECS—Polytechnic Institute of Leiria

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https://doi.org/10.6063/motricidade.30665

Abstract

Being aware of the relevance of physical exercise in individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), we intend to conduct a brief review on the importance of regular physical exercise for this population. An approach will be taken in order to acknowledge the barriers to the high rates of sedentary lifestyles in this population, the potential benefits of physical exercise, and the essential aspects for a correct assessment, prescription, and implementation of these programs in the population with IDD, through a reflection supported by scientific evidence. The current overview aims to provide relevant information regarding the health benefits of physical exercise in individuals with IDD, as the basis for QoL promoting more active and healthier lifestyles, namely through structured physical exercise. In addition, it is also a useful tool for consultation by exercise professionals since adjusted indoor and outdoor exercise programs are listed.

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2024-06-30

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Jacinto, M. J., Ferreira, J. P., Monteiro, D., Antunes, R., Campos, M. J., & Matos, R. (2024). An overview of the effects of physical exercise programs on individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Motricidade, 20(2), 181–186. https://doi.org/10.6063/motricidade.30665

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Vol. 20 No. 2 (2024): Motricidade

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