Eric Chessen

Autism Fitness in My Classroom 0

Autism Fitness in My Classroom

Autism Fitness When we enjoy performing a particular activity, it is likely that we will do it often. Finding ways to create reinforcing active environments provides a positive experience for...

Moving in the Right Direction 0

Moving in the Right Direction

Moving in the Right Direction When one of my athletes begins trying something new or different, I let it happen. Discovering an enjoyment of movement, even if it is a...

Physical Fitness and the IEP 0

Physical Fitness and the IEP

The purpose of an IEP, by definition and design, is to incorporate a student-centered curriculum, or elements of a curriculum, that make sense for him or her.

Fitness Gift Guide 0

Fitness Gift Guide

Quite possibly I have a bias by filling this article with items that I commonly use in programming. But, as I assure and quite a few of my athletes can...

Five Fitness Facts for a Fitter Fall 0

Five Fitness Facts for a Fitter Fall

Recent research has demonstrated that the autism population may be more at risk for lifestyle-related medical complications (Type II Diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease) than the neurotypical population due to several issues

6 Summer Success Steps for Getting Active 0

6 Summer Success Steps for Getting Active

The June edition of every parent-related magazine since the dawn of the printing press has excitedly, in bold-font and capital letters, informed readers that Summer is the time to get...