Five benefits of exercise for people with Cerebral Palsy
24 October 2021
IMPROVE AEROBIC ENDURANCE
Have more energy to get through the day and be able to exercise for longer
GET STRONGER
Counter the muscle strength loss from spasticity
IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE
Evidence suggests self-reported improvements of quality of life in mental, physical and functional scores
CREATER ANAEROBIC CAPACITY
Improved ability to perform higher intensity movements, especially important in sports
IMPROVED FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY
Improve gait, core stability and performance in daily tasks