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Exercise as Medicine across the Autism Spectrum: A Conceptualized Framework
David S Geslak1, Robyn T Boudreaux2, Benjamin D Boudreaux3
1Exercise Connection, Lisle, IL.
Current Sports Medicine Reports
|August 4, 2025
Summary
Exercise offers benefits for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) but standard guidelines like the FITT principle don't fit autistic individuals. This article proposes personalized exercise recommendations considering autistic needs and experiences.
Area of Science:
- Exercise science
- Autism spectrum disorder research
- Public health
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects 1 in 31 children in the US.
- Individuals with ASD face higher risks of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and reduced life expectancy.
- Exercise is beneficial for ASD, but current guidelines are inadequate.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the applicability of traditional exercise prescriptions for autistic individuals.
- To propose a new, personalized exercise recommendation framework for the autistic population.
Main Methods:
- Review of current exercise guidelines and their limitations for autistic individuals.
- Synthesis of data on exercise benefits for ASD.
- Incorporation of lived experiences and evidence-based teaching strategies.
Main Results:
- Traditional exercise prescriptions (e.g., FITT principle) do not adequately address the unique needs of autistic individuals.
- A conceptualized personal recommendation framework is presented, integrating diverse data sources.
Conclusions:
- Personalized exercise strategies are crucial for effective and inclusive physical activity for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
- Future research should focus on developing and validating tailored exercise interventions for this population.
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