[Sportsandrec] Working with New Fitness Center

[Zeeshan Khan]

This might be a bit off topic, but as a blind person is biking the best way
to stay fit? I haven't really tried it, that is why I ask.

Sincerely,
Zeeshan

On Sat, Sep 1, 2012 at 11:25 AM, Lori <Lori at asmodean.net> wrote:

> I personally take an approach of asking for the least amount of
> modification as possible. I like the method of a template being made for
> the control panels or using clear labeling materials. The advantage of a
> template vs. braille label is that the labels tend to either get peeled or
> knocked off and then you are high and dry.
>
> If it is not some crazy set up, then I would think navigating the facility
> like everyone else demonstrates a lot of ability and you will gain more
> respect as a compatent blind person. Plus, the social aspect would not be
> disrupted.
>
> Just thoughts.
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tina Hansen" <th404 at comcast.net>
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> Subject: [Sportsandrec] Working with New Fitness Center
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>
>  Just recently, I decided to find a fitness center closer to where I live.
>> I want to work with them to both meet my accessibility needs, as well as
>> those of the center. Someone suggests that if I have a favorite exercise
>> bike, they could move it downstairs. I recognize that this would be
>> convenient, but that would mean one less bike in the cardio area. I am also
>> aware that going up the stairs before my workout and back down for the
>> weights can keep the heart rate up, which is why I don't care if they leve
>> it up there. Not only that, if they left it upstairs, I could also use a
>> treadmill or elliptical so I could vary my workout. They be less likely to
>> move a treadmill or elliptical downstairs as well as a bike.
>>
>> Also, while they may not be able to outfit the equipment with voice, they
>> could put labels on the controls. This facility seems to be sensitive to
>> the needs of people with disabilities, since two of its members are deaf,
>> and I could educate them on blindness. I don't wish to be so insistant on
>> my needs to the expense of other members, yet I want to work with them to
>> find good solutions. Does anyone out there have suggestions on labeling
>> equipment so that I can use it, but so other members can still use it when
>> I'm not there?
>>
>> So does anyone out there have suggestions for how to work with the staff
>> of my fitness center to address my needs? Thanks.
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Zeeshan Khan