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Adapted sports are a great way for wheelchair users to get exercise while meeting new people and making new friends.
If you use a wheelchair, you might be wondering, “Is participating in wheelchair sports a good option for me?” Maybe you aren’t familiar with all the different options available and you wonder, “What types of sports can you do in a wheelchair?” Or maybe you are interested in a sport but are wondering, “How can I find the nearest adaptive sports team?”
Reading these articles will give you an overview on:
Some of the things you will learn about adapted sports are:
You can also find information on playing sports and staying fit in our free ebook, Sport on Four Wheels Rather Than Two Legs: A Guide To Staying Fit As a Wheelchair User.
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With equipment and support now widely available, there is no reason that disabled people should be unable to participate in exercise. And with increasing numbers of sports clubs and societies starting up for disabled people, there are more options than ever. As well as specialist clubs and groups to play sports with, access to specialist equipment […]
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Since the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London, many disabled people have felt inspired to start taking part in sporting activities. Disability football is an increasingly popular option, and this article will look at what is available and how to take part. In fact, football has the third highest participation rate in disability sport, so […]
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Keeping fit is not always as high as it should be on many people’s list of priorities, and it can be even tougher to keep toned if you have a disability. This is especially true if you struggle to move quickly and often, in a state that will get your heart pumping and make you […]
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For some disabled people, getting regular exercise can be a challenge. When it’s difficult to move around, or if strength, stamina or dexterity are an issue, keeping a degree of fitness can be extremely difficult. And yet we all know the myriad of health benefits that are associated with regular exercise. Thankfully, there’s exercise equipment for disabled […]
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