A University-Based Exercise Program for Postsecondary Transition Students with Disabilities.
Although physical activity is beneficial for all, young adults with disabilities who are in community-based postsecondary transition programs often do not have enough opportunities to participate in regular physical activity. This postsecondary transition period is important to develop skills and kn...
| Published in: | Palaestra Vol. 35; no. 2; pp. 44 - 49 |
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| Format: | pictorial tables/charts Journal Article |
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Sagamore Publishing
2021
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