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ACSM Expert Consensus Statement: Considerations and Recommendations for Prescribing Exercise and Designing Physical
Lauren Ptomey1, Kerri A Morgan2, Cheri A Blauwet3
1Department of Internal Medicine, The University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS.
Physical activity is harder for people with disabilities. This consensus statement offers evidence-based recommendations for tailored exercise programs to overcome barriers and improve participation.
Area of Science:
- Exercise Science
- Disability Studies
- Public Health
Background:
- Physical activity participation and guideline adherence are significantly more challenging for individuals with disabilities compared to the general population.
- Understanding the unique physiological factors, guidelines, and barriers is crucial for effective physical activity prescription in this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an evidence-based summary on physical activity for individuals with disabilities.
- To derive consensus statements from existing research evidence.
- To offer practical recommendations for designing and prescribing physical activity programs for adults with disabilities.
Main Methods:
- An expert consensus process integrating research evidence.
- Systematic review of physiological factors, physical activity guidelines, and barriers.
- Development of consensus statements and practical recommendations.
Main Results:
- Identified key physiological factors, guidelines, and barriers impacting physical activity in persons with disabilities.
- Formulated three consensus statements based on current research.
- Developed five practical recommendations for program design and prescription.
Conclusions:
- Tailored physical activity programs are essential for adults with disabilities.
- Addressing specific barriers and physiological factors improves participation and adherence.
- Expert consensus provides a framework for evidence-based physical activity interventions.
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