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The mindful state is commonly characterized by an elevated awareness of the present moment. An intriguing and rather widespread phenomenon that requires the attention to the present moment is Synchronicity Awareness. This phenomenon refers to the sense of a profound psychological connection between an internal event (e.

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An ecological and embodied approach for training the racecar driver.

Front Sports Act Living

May 2024

Motor Behavior Laboratory, The Levinsky-Wingate Academic College, Netanya, Israel.

In the dynamic sport of racecar driving, split-second decisions and rapid execution are imperative. Such an environment requires a tight functional coupling of perception and action. This paper introduces an approach for training racecar drivers rooted in ecological and embodied perspectives.

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Health Promotion with Long-Term Physical Activity Program for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Healthcare (Basel)

January 2024

Nursing Department, School of Health Sciences, Ariel University, Ariel 40700, Israel.

Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at higher risk for developing common chronic diseases. Engagement in physical activity (PA) can prevent health issues; however, people with ASD are known to engage in lower levels of PA in comparison to their peers. This study evaluated the effect of a long-term, 12-month PA intervention on the fitness and quality of life of adults with ASD.

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Background: While people with intellectual disabilities tend to refrain from physical activity, outdoor physical activity programs increase motivation to engage in physical activity.

Method: Eighty adults with intellectual disabilities participated in a 12-month outdoor physical activity program. Attendance was used to assess feasibility.

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