| Description |
xv, 272 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Contents |
Pt. I. Components of Physical Conditioning. Ch. 1. Exercise Readiness Assessment. Ch. 2. Strength Training. Ch. 3. Aerobic Training. Ch. 4. Flexibility Training -- Pt. II. Disability Profiles and Conditioning Programs. Ch. 5. Conditioning With Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, and Head Injury. Ch. 6. Conditioning With Spinal Cord Injuries, Spina Bifida, and Poliomyelitis. Ch. 7. Conditioning With Amputations. Ch. 8. Conditioning With Other Physical Disabilities -- Pt. III. Conditioning Exercises and Classes. Ch. 9. Upper Extremity Exercises. Ch. 10. Abdominal and Trunk Exercises. Ch. 11. Lower Extremity Exercises. Ch. 12. Elements of a Good Exercise Class -- Appendix A: Accessible Exercise Equipment -- Appendix B: Fitness and Sports Associations |
| Summary |
Conditioning With Physical Disabilities is the first practical, authoritative exercise guide for people with all classifications and levels of physical disabilities. Kevin Lockette and Ann Keyes share the successful strength and conditioning program they created at the highly regarded Rehabilitaiion Institute of Chicago - a pioneering program that is now the leading exercise approach for people with physical disabilities. This highly readable fitness manual contains safe, easy-to-use exercises accompanied by step-by-step descriptions and more than 250 helpful illustrations. And because the exercise programs are tailored to specific disabilities and levels of functioning, virtually anyone - regardless of disability - will be able to use Conditioning With Physical Disabilities and enjoy the rewards of physical activity |
| Notes |
"In cooperation with the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago" -- Cover |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 239-257) and index |
| Subject |
Physical education for people with disabilities.
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Physical fitness for people with disabilities.
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| Author |
Keyes, Ann M., 1964-
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Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago.
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| LC no. |
93047606 |
| ISBN |
0873226143 |
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