This is a moment in time we mustn't soon forget. Club Industry, one of the largest and most influential fitness conferences in the world, contacted NCHPAD staff several months ago and requested that the Center submit a specialized track at this year's conference in Chicago on Inclusive Fitness. Imagine that: A stand-alone set of presentations on fitness-related topics pertaining to people with disabilities, inside a conference that has largely focused on everything BUT disability for the past three decades! I almost can't believe what I'm saying A sponsor of Club Industry -- someone inside the beltway -- decided that one of the themes for this year's conference should focus on issues pertaining to people with disabilities! I don't think I'm dreaming, but just in case, someone pinch me.
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