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- An overview of the effects of physical exercise programs on individuals with Intellectual and Developmental DisabilitiesPublication . Jacinto, Miguel; Ferreira, José Pedro; Monteiro, Diogo; Antunes, Raul; Campos, MJ; Matos, RuiBeing aware of the relevance of physical exercise in individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), we intend to conduct a brief review on the importance of regular physical exercise for this population. An approach will be taken in order to acknowledge the barriers to the high rates of sedentary lifestyles in this population, the potential benefits of physical exercise, and the essential aspects for a correct assessment, prescription, and implementation of these programs in the population with IDD, through a reflection supported by scientific evidence. The current overview aims to provide relevant information regarding the health benefits of physical exercise in individuals with IDD, as the basis for QoL promoting more active and healthier lifestyles, namely through structured physical exercise. In addition, it is also a useful tool for consultation by exercise professionals since adjusted indoor and outdoor exercise programs are listed.
- Aptidão física funcional e qualidade de vida em pessoas com dificuldade intelectual e desenvolvimental: estudo exploratórioPublication . Diz, Susana; Jacinto, Miguel; Monteiro, Diogo; Matos, Rui; Garrido, Nuno Domingos; Costa, Aldo M.; Antunes, RaulApesar do exercício físico ser um bom indicador para a promoção da saúde, a população com dificuldade intelectual e desenvolvimental tende a apresentar elevados níveis de inatividade física que influenciam a sua aptidão física, saúde e qualidade de vida. Neste sentido, o presente estudo teve como objetivo analisar a aptidão física funcional e a QdV, assim como as associações entre estas mesmas, de uma amostra de população com DID. Foram avaliados 37 indivíduos com DID (42,54± 11,12 anos), através dos testes levantar e sentar na cadeira, timed up and go, caminhar durante 6 minutos, com o propósito de averiguar a aptidão física e a Escala Pessoal de Resultados para mensurar o bem-estar físico. Foram aplicadas correlações de pearson e verificou-se a correlação entre o bem-estar físico e os testes de levantar e sentar e caminhar 6 minutos. Os resultados sugerem uma associação entre as capacidades funcionais medidas através dos testes e o bem-estar físico, sugerindo que a promoção destas competências pode influenciar positivamente o bem-estar físico da amostra utilizada.
- Is the light at the end of the tunnel bright? Associations between preference and tolerance of the intensity, basic psychological needs and behaviour in exercise contextPublication . Viveiros, Bernardo; Susano Jacinto, Miguel Ângelo; Matos, Rui; Amaro, Nuno; Cid, Luis; Couto, Nuno; Monteiro, Diogo; Antunes, RaulIn recent years, sedentary behaviour and physical inactivity have seen an evident increase. Many individuals who embark on an exercise regimen end up leaving it within the first three to six months, often citing barriers such as a lack of time or motivation. Research shows that the pleasure and enjoyment derived from exercise play a crucial role in preventing people from giving up. This suggests that theories related to the emotional aspects of exercise, including an individual’s exercise intensity preference and tolerance, should be integrated into broader motivation theories such as Self-Determination Theory (SDT). This chapter aims to provide a theoretical framework for these theories, emphasised by empirical evidence and proposes potential avenues for future research.
- Research note of the social support, resilience and subjective well-being in Portuguese athletes with disabilitiesPublication . Leitão Mira, Tânia Soraia; Costa, Aldo Filipe Matos Moreira Carvalho; Susano Jacinto, Miguel Ângelo; Monteiro, Diogo; Matos, Rui; Oliveira Diz, Susana Cristina; Antunes, RaulThis review aims to summarise the studies’ insightful exploration of the relationship between adapted sport, social support, resilience, and well-being among Portuguese athletes with disabilities. The research emphasises the crucial role of social support in access to sport, but interestingly, it may not always be directly correlated with resilience or subjective well-being. Athletes with disabilities show high resilience and positive affect while scoring lower regarding negative affect. Technical support is vital for federated athletes with disabilities, and friendships are universally significant. Resilience emerges as a central factor, with strong associations with subjective well-being, indicating its importance in the sporting context. In addition, resilience appears to buffer negative emotions, emphasising its crucial role. In conclusion, these results challenge existing assumptions and emphasise the multifaceted nature of the relationship between social support, resilience and well-being among athletes with disabilities. This knowledge has practical implications for stakeholders, including parents, coaches, therapists, psychologists, and society. They underline the importance of fostering inclusive sports programmes and promoting awareness and partnerships to improve the well-being, resilience and social support of individuals with disabilities, ultimately contributing to their personal development, quality of life and social integration. Policymakers and organisations should consider these conclusions when formulating education and sports policies.