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Conclusion


The availability of fitness programming is limited for individuals with acquired brain injury. With the growing numbers of people living with a long-term disability due to brain injury, it is important that we develop and institute more programming in the area of physical fitness. As we move some of these individuals away from institutional settings into the community, and others away from sedentary lifestyles at home, we hope to achieve greater fitness levels and more independence.

For the individual involved in developing the fitness program, acquired brain injury presents a unique challenge. The coach must have a working knowledge and understanding of the impact of the individual's brain injury.

Exercises and equipment must be adapted in a way that protects the individual as well as assists him or her in achieving goals. Success is a relative term and should be based on small incremental changes. People's lives become richer and more meaningful. When health dramatically improves, there is greater self-sufficiency and less of a burden on family, friends, and society.

The trainer must possess qualities of patience, persistence, understanding, consistency, and flexibility tailored to the individual's needs, with adaptation at the forefront of his or her skills. With the proper motivation, knowledge and support, caregivers and family will be successful in joining the fitness program.

For further information:
Achieving a Beneficial Fitness for Persons with Developmental Disabilities


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