Basic Strength Training for Wheelchair Users

Presents an invaluable overview of why and how the 1.5 million Americans who utilize a wheelchair on a daily basis should participate in a resistance exercise program. Covers the need to deal with the impact of a sedentary lifestyle, the risk of secondary disabilities, health-risk factors, upper-body movement and exercise limitations, traditional exercise modalities, stability issues, systemic/physiological factors, safety considerations and more. Includes exercise demonstrations. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 25 minute video.

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