Date of Award
12-2018
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management
Committee Member
Jasmine N. Townsend, Committee Chair
Committee Member
Brandi M. Crowe
Committee Member
Brent L. Hawkins
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to explore the specific case of participating in a functional fitness program for adults with physical disabilities. Although there is a growing body of literature concerning the importance of physical exercise for individuals with disabilities, little to no research has been completed specifically concerning the utilization of functional fitness. This study defines functional fitness as a physical exercise program, and explores the phenomenon of impacts to functioning for the participants who were involved. Through the means of case study methodology, this study assessed the impacts of functional fitness participation on physical functioning, instrumental activities of daily living, and quality of life among adults with physical disabilities.
Recommended Citation
Beidler, Brooke, "An Exploratory Case Study on the Impacts of Functional Fitness on Physical Functioning, Instrumental Activities of Daily Living and Quality of Life for Adults with Physical Disabilities" (2018). All Theses. 2970.
https://open.clemson.edu/all_theses/2970