March 17, 2011
Dear friends and colleagues,
I am writing you today to let you know that the new Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults with SCI have just been released in partnership with SCI Action Canada, McMaster University and the Rick Hansen Institute.
Physical activity plays a critical role in overall health. The loss of fitness and independence associated with physical inactivity greatly impacts quality-of-life and community participation for people with spinal cord injury (SCI). In fact, the leading causes of death among people with SCI are chronic diseases, such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes, which are often caused by physical inactivity.
The newly released Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults with SCI are the first evidence-based guidelines to be developed specifically to support people with SCI in living healthier, more active lives. They state that to improve fitness, healthy adults with SCI should participate in at least 20 minutes of moderate-vigorous aerobic activity two times per week, as well as strength training exercises two times per week.
To learn more about the Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults with SCI, click here.
We are pleased to be able to share this very positive news and appreciate your support in advancing our work.
Regards,
Bill Barrable
CEO
Rick Hansen Institute
