A simple guide for NDIS Participants looking for Personal Training
Welcome to our guide for NDIS participants looking for a Personal Trainer. This guide is for people with disabilities who want to improve their health and fitness, and those who support them.
Firstly, what are the benefits of exercise for people living with disabilities?
Regular exercise benefits everyone, and this is especially true for people with disabilities. The benefits are not just physical but also mental and emotional.
Exercise can improve:
Mental health
Cognitive functioning
Physical well-being
Prevention or delay of chronic diseases
Immune system
Sleep
Studies show that exercise can positively impact people with disabilities, such as those on the autism spectrum. It's crucial to find the right trainer and program to ensure the exercise is appropriate.
What makes an inclusive NDIS Personal Trainer?
Finding the right personal trainer is essential.
Here’s what to look for:
Professionalism: Look for trainers who are responsive, well-dressed, and punctual. This shows they take their job seriously.
Communication: A good trainer communicates well and listens to you. They should be enthusiastic and engaged.
Registration: Check if they are NDIS registered or have fitness registration with bodies like FITREC or AUSActive.
Attitude: The trainer should be excited about working with you and focus on what you can do.
Experience: While not essential, it helps if they have experience working with disabilities or with the NDIS.
Who does what?
Support Workers: They can help with fitness by supporting walks, gym visits, engaging with personal trainers, and meal prep.
Personal Trainers: Personal trainers can be funded by the NDIS and offer a fun and cheaper alternative to other supports.
Therapeutic Supports:
Exercise Physiologists (EPs): Specialists who can create exercise programs for physical disabilities.
Occupational Therapists (OTs): Support capability in various activities. Personal training can supplement their efforts.
Physiotherapists: Manage injuries and conditions. They can also suggest exercises that personal trainers can implement.
How to use NDIS funding for Personal Training?
At STRIVE®, individuals living with a disability and self-managing funds allocated through the National Disability Insurance Scheme will receive ongoing support from their own Personal Coach through one-on-one exercise consultations.
