Is an Online Asynchronous Progressive Resistance Training Programme Feasible for Individuals With Down Syndrome?
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| Title: | Is an Online Asynchronous Progressive Resistance Training Programme Feasible for Individuals With Down Syndrome? |
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| Authors: | Rubin, D. A. (AUTHOR), Clark, B. (AUTHOR), Lam, J. (AUTHOR), Vuong, V. (AUTHOR), Brito, J. (AUTHOR), Fisher, K. L. (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities. Mar2025, Vol. 38 Issue 2, p1-11. 11p. |
| Subjects: | Patient compliance, Health services accessibility, Down syndrome, Research funding, Medical care, Evaluation of human services programs, Pilot projects, Clinical trials, Internet, Descriptive statistics, Resistance training, Muscle strength, Video recording |
| Abstract: | Background: Online exercise programming reduces transportation and scheduling barriers. This study explored the feasibility of online resistance training for individuals with Down syndrome. Method: Thirteen individuals (3 M/10 F, age: 21.7 ± 5.9 years) began a 10‐week programme delivered using a website with pre‐recorded exercise videos (45–60 min each) for 3 days/week. Surveys were used to obtain feedback and track adherence. At baseline and after 10 weeks, participants completed the 30‐s sit‐to‐stand, modified push‐ups and 30‐s bicep curl tests. Results: 11 (85%) participants completed the programme, and 8 participants (73%) met the ≥ 20 sessions goal. Participants rated (n = 267 ratings) most exercises easy to somewhat easy and exercise videos as fun to a lot of fun (n = 220 ratings, 86.2%). After 10 weeks, participants completed more push‐ups (8 ± 6 vs. 12 ± 6; p = 0.031) and biceps curls (7 ± 3 vs. 11 ± 3; p < 0.001). Conclusion: Remote resistance training programmes may be feasible and should be further evaluated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | Background: Online exercise programming reduces transportation and scheduling barriers. This study explored the feasibility of online resistance training for individuals with Down syndrome. Method: Thirteen individuals (3 M/10 F, age: 21.7 ± 5.9 years) began a 10‐week programme delivered using a website with pre‐recorded exercise videos (45–60 min each) for 3 days/week. Surveys were used to obtain feedback and track adherence. At baseline and after 10 weeks, participants completed the 30‐s sit‐to‐stand, modified push‐ups and 30‐s bicep curl tests. Results: 11 (85%) participants completed the programme, and 8 participants (73%) met the ≥ 20 sessions goal. Participants rated (n = 267 ratings) most exercises easy to somewhat easy and exercise videos as fun to a lot of fun (n = 220 ratings, 86.2%). After 10 weeks, participants completed more push‐ups (8 ± 6 vs. 12 ± 6; p = 0.031) and biceps curls (7 ± 3 vs. 11 ± 3; p < 0.001). Conclusion: Remote resistance training programmes may be feasible and should be further evaluated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 13602322 |
| DOI: | 10.1111/jar.70040 |
