We want more! Examining the perceived training and information needs of health and fitness practitioners about disability and physical activity

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...

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Published in:Applied physiology, nutrition, and metabolism nutrition, and metabolism, 2023-02, Vol.48 (2), p.226-230
Main Authors: Leo, Jennifer, Tomasone, Jennifer R, Bassett-Gunter, Rebecca L, Knibbe, Tara Joy, Latimer-Cheung, Amy
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Canada
Care and treatment
Disability
Disabled Persons
Exercise
Exercise personnel
Female
Health education
Humans
Knowledge
Male
Participation
Personal trainers
Physical Fitness
Sports
Surveys
Surveys and Questionnaires
Training
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Summary: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 (  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.
ISSN:1715-5312
1715-5320
DOI:10.1139/apnm-2022-0239