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Peer reviewedHeitmann, Helen M. – Physical Educator, 1984
Physical fitness and recreation programs can be a deterrent to premature aging. State-funded physical activity programs for older adults in Illinois offer minimal benefits due to volunteer and untrained personnel. Results of this study are presented. (DF)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Educational Gerontology, Older Adults, Physical Activity Level
Peer reviewedHeitmann, Helen M. – Quest, 1982
Older adults have specific physical education needs that should be addressed by physical educators. As the need for programs increases, physical educators must be trained to use research to set standards for safe and effective participation. (FG)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Aging (Individuals), Aging Education, Delivery Systems
Council of Europe, Strasbourg (France). Committee for the Development of Sport. – 1987
This Council of Europe document begins with the text of Recommendation No. R(86)18 of the Committee of Ministers to member states on the European Charter on Sport for All: Disabled Persons, along with an explanatory memorandum for implementation of the recommendation. The memorandum discusses disability and sport definitions, why sports for…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Athletics, Design Requirements, Disabilities
