Abstract: Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and restricted repetitive behaviors. Individuals with ASD often experience sensory sensitivities and motor coordination difficulties, impacting their daily functioning and overall well-being. Traditional physical education programs have been employed to address these challenges, but there is growing interest in exploring alternative interventions, such as progressive exercise training, to enhance the physical and cognitive abilities of children with ASD. Objective: To explore the effects of a progressive exercise intervention on children with ASD. Method: A total of 25 children with ASD participated in the study, with 11 in the intervention group and 14 in the control group. The intervention group received progressive exercise training for 10 weeks, three times a week, for 40 minutes each session, totaling 30 interventions. Results: Both the progressive exercise intervention group and the traditional physical education group showed significant improvements in sensory, social, motor, and self-care abilities in children with ASD. The progressive exercise intervention group showed faster progress in social interaction and self-care abilities, while the improvements in sensory and motor functions manifested later. In terms of total scores and social interaction dimension, the improvement in the progressive intervention group at each time point was significantly greater compared to the traditional physical education group. Conclusion: Progressive exercise training can significantly improve symptoms in various aspects of children with autism, and its effectiveness is superior to that of the traditional physical education group.
Abstract: Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and restricted repetitive behaviors. Individuals with ASD often experience sensory sensitivities and motor coordination difficulties, impacting their daily functioning and overall well-being. Traditional phy...Show More
Abstract: This study represents a comprehensive exploration of the intricate interplay between morphological variables and throwing ability, specifically examining gender-specific variations among athletes in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana. In the pursuit of an understanding, data were collected from a diverse sample of 420 athletes, comprising 210 males and 210 females, aged between 16 and 22. The investigation illuminated that athletes within the Cape Coast Metropolis possess not only well-developed body dimensions but also an adequate level of fitness, both integral to overall athletic performance. This insight was substantiated by the statistical analysis, which demonstrated that morphological features accounted for a substantial 64% to 73% of the variance in throwing ability. The study employed predictive equations tailored for male and female athletes, further illustrating the influential role of specific morphological characteristics. For male athletes, the equation TB = -12.53 + .577handspan + .053Body weight + .109Total Arm Length - .055thigh girth + .053Chest Circumference Expiration - .094Tricep Skin Fold encapsulates the predictive model. On the other, the equation TG = -8.11 + .597Handspan + .068Upper Arm Length + .013Body Weight + .021Thigh Girth encapsulates the model for female athletes. These equations provide practical tools for forecasting throwing proficiency within the local athletic community in Cape Coast Metropolis. This research contributes significantly to the field, emphasizing the pivotal role of morphological variables in shaping athletic performance. The findings underscore the importance of training programs and talent identification processes based on an individual's morphological characteristics, with the potential to enhance overall athletic development in the Cape Coast Metropolis region.
Abstract: This study represents a comprehensive exploration of the intricate interplay between morphological variables and throwing ability, specifically examining gender-specific variations among athletes in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana. In the pursuit of an understanding, data were collected from a diverse sample of 420 athletes, comprising 210 males and 2...Show More