Palaestra articles from September 2007

Palaestra archives from September 2007

Disabled sport loses a titan.(Editor's Corner)(Editorial)(In memoriam)
September 22, 2007... Unfortunately, my November issue of Sports 'N Spokes (S'NS) did not reach my desk until after the Thanksgiving holidays. Then it was some little time before I had a chance to glance through it, stopping to read many of the articles. Much to my...

Accessibility guidelines for national parks.(Legislative Update)
September 22, 2007... Inroduction The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board) recently published proposed accessibility guidelines for outdoor developed areas (Federal Register: June 20, 2007; Volume 72, Number 118, page...

Physical education textbooks and portrayals of disability.(Research Application)
September 22, 2007... Despite the increasing numbers of students with disabilities attending inclusive schools, many physical education teacher education programs still perpetuate a separate system in education by training adapted physical educators to focus on...

New brochure.(APAC Action)(Adapted Physical Activity Council)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... APAC is in the process of developing a brochure on What is Adapted Physical Education? The brochure would cover what adapted physical education is and how one could get into the field. The contents are: 1) what is required by law; 2) various...

Assessment book.(APAC Action)(Adapted Physical Activity Council)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... APAC is in the process of developing an assessment book as a supplement to the current NASPE assessment series. NASPE has a large series of short assessment books from authentic assessment, to outdoor assessment, to aquatics. Unfortunately,...

Leadership positions available in APAC.(APAC Action)
September 22, 2007... In 2008 the offices of chair-elect, secretary, and member-at-large are all open leadership positions within APAC. Please consider running. Go to the APAC website for information on each office--then consider running.

Adapted physical education video to benefit teachers.(APAC Action)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Many teachers have commented on how difficult it is to find information regarding how to teach children with visual impairments in inclusive settings. Thanks to a grant from the Children's Miracle Network, there will soon be an accessible video...

Once-in-a-lifetime trip awaits winners of Paralympic Academy Beijing.(U.S. Paralympics Forum)
September 22, 2007... The U.S. Olympic Committee's Paralympic Division announced the start of the Paralympic Academy Beijing program in Chicago on September 6, the day marking one year out from opening ceremonies at the 2008 Paralympic Games. The program will...

Equine Facilitated Mental Health.(Humans, Horses, and Health)
September 22, 2007... What Do These Riders Have in Common? A young veteran recovering from injuries sustained in Iraq learns to ride, assisted by a kind horse and two sidewalkers. He has fun while regaining his balance, coordination, and lifting his spirits. The...

Exploring the Grand Strand.(Go Anywhere, Do Anything)
September 22, 2007... The Grand Strand region stretches from the North Carolina border southward beyond Myrtle Beach (SC), and is well known for its golf, beaches, nightlife, and fishing. It is apparently not known for its accessibility, but the area should be....

Weight reduction tips from the American Dietetic Association.(Sport Nutrition)
September 22, 2007... For many athletes, regardless of sport or ability, preventing weight gain tends to be an issue. And with more than 60% of Americans being overweight or obese, you undoubtedly know someone who struggles with how to shed undesired body fat. At...

Calendar.(Calendar of Events)(Calendar)
September 22, 2007... Camps January 4-11 12th Annual Mono Ski Camp, Challenge Aspen, CO. Contact: Laine Weinstein, Challenge Aspen, PO Box 6639, Snowmass Village, CO, 81615; (970) 923-0578 x23, (970) 923-7338 fax; laine@challengeaspen.com January 9-13...

The Little League[R] Challenger Division ensures children with disabilities have opportunities to play ball.(Cover story)
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When asked to reflect on what Little League means to them, players and volunteers alike can conjure a myriad of memories, experiences, and opinions at a moment's notice. Beyond the wins and losses, the most common...

The Fitness Clinic for Individuals with disabilities celebrates 25 years of service & training.(Company overview)
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] On September 29, 2007, the Fitness Clinic for Individuals with disabilities at San Diego State University (SDSU) held a 25th Anniversary Celebration, Hawaiian Buffet and Luau at Marina Village. The event was attended...

Reaching the summit without limits--sunrise on Mt. Fuji.
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] At 6:48 p.m. Japanese time, on August 7, 2007, an extremely weary, but newly transformed group of six hikers and myself successfully summited Mt. Fuji on a climb that had started only less than 14 hours earlier when...

Using the American Red Cross GuardStart program to teach basic water safety skills to students with disabilities.
September 22, 2007... The University of Florida in Gainesville holds a combined undergraduate and graduate course every spring semester titled Instructors of Adapted Aquatics and Advanced Instructors of Adapted Aquatics. This class has been training instructors to...

Adapting the golf swing to arthritic hips and hip-replacements.(Accessible Golf)
September 22, 2007... In a recent issue of PALAESTRA, I spoke briefly about modifications in equipment and accessories that may enable people with severely arthritic or disabled hands to play, or continue to play, the game of golf. In this issue, I would like to...

Amputee runner wins Runners World Award.(Bits & Pieces)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... Amy Palmiero-Winters, of Hicksville, New York, single mother of two, world class marathon runner and triathelte has won the 2007 Runners World Peoples Choice Heroes of Running award. This award is given out in recognition of a runner chosen by...

Driven exhibition opens at Smithsonian's Ripley Center.
September 22, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Driven, an exhibition highlighting the works of emerging artists with disabilities, opened at the Smithsonian's S. Dillon Ripley Center, September 15. The exhibition is the sixth collaboration between VSA arts and...

Hollonbeck to lead adaptedSPORTS outreach.(Bits & Pieces)(appointment of Scot Hollonbeck at American Association of adapted SPORTS[TM] Programs)(Brief article)
September 22, 2007... The American Association of adapted SPORTS[TM] Programs (AAASP) has announced the addition of Scot Hollonbeck as Director of Partnerships and Outreach. Hollonbeck will play an integral role in fostering state and national level support for...

Team A Step Ahead finishes well NY Triathlon.(Bits & Pieces)(New York, United States)
September 22, 2007... Team A Step Ahead triathletes won four first place finishes at the Nautica New York City Triathlon. Capturing the top awards in all of the categories for lower extremity amputees, the athletes and the rest of the team set great examples as to...

Paralympic athletes excite Berlin.(Bits & Pieces)(International Paralympic Committee)
September 22, 2007... More than 42,000 people flocked to the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, to experience the excitement of International Paralympic Day 2007. The event, hosted by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), gave visitors the chance to watch...

Broadbent, L. & Peebles, A. (2006). Multiple (closed captioned VHS or DVD).(Video recording review)
September 22, 2007... Broadbent, L. & Peebles, A. (2006). Multiple (closed captioned VHS or DVD). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boston, MA: Fanlight Productions (4196 Washington St., Ste. 42, (02131; [800] 937-4113, FAX [617] 469-3379, outside U.S. [617] 469-4999;...

Broersma, P. (2007). Riding into Your Mythic Life: Transformational Adventures with the Horse.(Book review)
September 22, 2007... Broersma, P. (2007). Riding into Your Mythic Life: Transformational Adventures with the Horse. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New World Library: Novato, CA (14 Pamaoron Way, 94949; [415] 884-2100, ext 52], FAX [415] 884-2199, website:...

Epperlein, Karina (2006). Phoenix Dance (video or DVD), closed captioned).(Video recording review)
September 22, 2007... Epperlein, Karina (2006). Phoenix Dance (video or DVD) closed captioned). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boston, MA. Fanlight Productions (4196 Washington St., Ste. #2, (02131; [800] 937-4113, FAX [617] 469-3379, outside U.S. call [617]...

Girot, Suzanne (2006). Mister Spazzman (VM or DVD).(Video recording review)
September 22, 2007... Girot, Suzanne (2006). Mister Spazzman (VM or DVD). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boston, MA: Fanlight Productions (4196 Washington St., Ste. #2, (02131; [800] 937-4113, FAX [617] 469-3379, outside U.S. call [617] 469-4999; VHS ISBN...

Kutner, Eric (2007). Edges of Perception (closed-captioned VHS or DVD).(Video recording review)
September 22, 2007... Kutner, Eric (2007). Edges of Perception (closed-captioned VHS or DVD). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boston, MA: Fanlight Productions (4196 Washington St., Ste. 2, (02131; [800] 937-4113, FAX [617] 469-3379, outside U. S. [617] 469-4999;...

McGill, Stuart (2007). Low Back Disorders: Evidence-Based Prevention and Rehabilitation (Second Ed).(Book review)
September 22, 2007... McGill, Stuart (2007). Low Back Disorders: Evidence-Based Prevention and Rehabilitation (Second Ed). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics (1607 North Market St., PO Box 5076; [217] 351-5076, [800] 747-4457, FAX [217]...

Ward, Dianne S., Saunders, Ruth P., and Pate, Russel R. (2007). Physical Interventions in Children and Adolescents (Physical Activity Intervention Series).(Brief article)(Book review)
September 22, 2007... Ward, Dianne S., Saunders, Ruth P., and Pate, Russel R. (2007). Physical Interventions in Children and Adolescents (Physical Activity Intervention Series) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics Publishers (PO Box 5076,...

Recreation and leisure expertise needed in obesity battle.(Issues)
September 22, 2007... The first step in encouraging obese youth to exercise may be to increase their confidence in their abilities to be physically active, which in turn may lead to an increase in regular physical activity, an improvement in body...