The Disability Performance Protocol is a 5 session all-encompassing fitness program that is
aimed at improving the well-being of the participant and getting them physically and
men-tally prepared to participate in the team-sport of wheelchair basketball.
Session 1: The Fitness Assessment: The participant will be introduced to the gym
facility, as well as partake in physical fitness assessments that will test, muscle
strength, muscle endurance, limb ROM, and cardiovascular endurance.
Session 2: Flexibility and Mobility: This week will focus on stretching and increasing
range of motion.
Session 3: Core and Cardio: This week will focus on arm ergometer training and
other forms of cardiovascular exercise.
Session 4: Resistance Training: We will be working on shoulder strength, decreased
pain, increased muscle mass, decreased arm fat.
Session 5: Training for Sport: Will focus on basic basketball fundamentals and the
specific movements in a wheelchair.
This program focuses on a straightforward approach to a physically fitness regiment that
increase participation in physical activity and increases overall health. Including increase
energy, productivity, program adherence, social changes, physical changes, and psychologi-
cal improvements.
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