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The Preferences Of Exercise And Physical Activity In Individuals With An Intellectual Disability, Zachary J. Burt Jul 2016

The Preferences Of Exercise And Physical Activity In Individuals With An Intellectual Disability, Zachary J. Burt

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The purpose of this study was to explore the preferences of exercise and physical activity in individuals with an intellectual disability. It took place during Bear Play, a physical activity program geared towards working with individuals with a disability at Missouri State University. This project was facilitated through the partnership of Missouri State University's Kinesiology department and the Arc of The Ozarks. A convenience sample was drawn from individuals participating in the program during the 2015-2016 academic year. Each participant was asked to complete a survey. Data were collected by using a survey administered on an IPAD and covered many …