[Sportsandrec] Statistics on Fitness in Blind Community

[Zeeshan Khan]

I think a personal trainer can be a bit expensive and given the limited
budget of visually impaired / blind people, it can be somewhat hard. I do
like the idea of putting a kit / tip sheet together that will help visually
impaired / blind people to start becoming fit. In my experience as a
visually impaired person, I can say that you do not need a gym. I think the
people that do stay active can put together a tip sheet or some material
for their fellow visually impaired/ blind people to get them started on
exercising.  I think we can help each other, by providing detailed
instructions on how different exercises are done, different routines etc.
This would save a lot of money that would have been spent on a personal
trainer. Let's do this guys, lets help each other out in getting active!

Sincerely,
Zeeshan

On Sun, Aug 5, 2012 at 7:56 PM, Carly Mihalakis <carlymih at comcast.net>wrote:

> Evening, sports&rec list
>
> My totally blind partner and I go to the local health club where we
> participate in 60-90 minute indoor cycling classes, we usually do one in
> the morning and one in the evening.
> If you try spin, be sure to go to class early and speak with the
> instructor about what you need, to benefit maximally, from spin. Now, I eat
> whatever I want, and I'm in pretty good shape I think.
> Let us know of any questions about spin, okay?
> I know there are folk like Kelly and others, who are also regular spinners
> and hopefully, they jump into this?
> for today, Car:
>
>> That is a good point, and it explains why so many people stay at home.
>>
>> It all comes down to low expectations that blind people have had put on
>> them right from their formative years.
>>
>> I, for one, am working on this issue. Although it's not always easy, I am
>> doing my part by going to a fitness centr at least 3 times a week.
>>
>> I also think there are other reasons for blind/visually impaired people
>> not working out at all. For one thing, if you try to get a DVD, you can't
>> really follow the workout because you don't know the nature of the moves.
>> You need someone to explain the moves so you can do them.
>>
>> Yes, income does play a factor, since many people can't afford to join a
>> gym. My hope is that this will lead to a discussion of what we can do about
>> this.
>>
>> I'd like to make a few suggestions along this line. If you're tech savvy,
>> go on the Internet and look for downloadable workouts that you can play on
>> your Victor Reader Stream or other accessible mp3 player. Many of them cost
>> anywhere from $1 to $15.
>>
>> Also, look for simple tools, either around your house or at a sports
>> store, that you can buy and use. I am looking into cycle trainers, which
>> are small bike-like units that are pedals on a stand, and you use any chair
>> at home. That way, I can still exercise, even if the weather doesn't
>> cooperate with me.
>>
>> I'm interested in reviewing various downloadable workout programs, both
>> to look at their quality, and to find out how good they are at explaining
>> things. Some are targeted to the blind community, while others are aimed at
>> the general market.
>>
>> Finally, I'd like to see a kind of tip sheet or tool kit put together
>> that can give suggestions on how blind/visually impaired people can work
>> with fitness instructors. I think we had an issue of Future Reflections
>> dedicated to this a couple of years ago, but I'm sure others have
>> additional thoughts.
>>
>> I wish to commend those of you who are getting physically active. You are
>> setting a good example, and I thank you for it.
>>
>> So, does anyone else out there have insights on why the blind community
>> has not become physically active and what to do about it? Thanks
>>
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Zeeshan Khan