| This study compared selected parameters of fitness in 42 adults with physical disabilities, ages 19--84 years, attending a community college test site (CTS) Adapted Physical Education (APE) program. The purpose was threefold: (a) compare the participants' detraining in cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and flexibility; (b) compare the participants' physical activity adherence; and (c) describe the participants' reasons for their participation and non-participation during a 30-day supervised physical activity period and 30-day unsupervised period.;Results indicated: (a) no significant detraining; (b) significant decreases in adherence to established exercise habits, strength and flexibility; and non-significant decreases in cardiorespiratory activities during an unsupervised period; (c) reasons cited for participation were economics, scheduled workouts and accessible equipment. Reasons for non-participation were lack of knowledge, equipment and facilities. |
