OUR RESEARCH

RECENT PUBLICATIONS

Compliance with Using the Apple Watch for Physical Activity Assessment by Adults with an Intellectual Disability.

Firkin, C. J. , Obrusnikova, I. , & Suminski, R. R. (2023). Compliance with Using the Apple Watch for Physical Activity Assessment by Adults with an Intellectual Disability. Journal of Physical Activity Research, 8(1), 40-46.

Effects of Aerobic Exercise Interventions on Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Adults with Intellectual Disability
Obrusnikova, I., Firkin, C. J., & Farquhar, W. B. (2022). A systematic review and meta-analysis of the effects of aerobic exercise interventions on cardiorespiratory fitness in adults with intellectual disability. Disability and health journal, 15(1), 101185.
Effects of a Familiarization Intervention on Independent Performance of Resistance-Training Exercise Tasks by Adults With Intellectual Disability

Obrusnikova, I. , Cavalier, A. R., Novak, H. M., Blair-McKinsey, A. E., & Suminski, R. R. (2021). Effects of a Community-Based Familiarization Intervention on Independent Performance of Resistance-Training Exercise Tasks by Adults With Intellectual Disability. Intellect Dev Disabil 59(3), 239–255.

Obrusnikova, I., Cavalier, A. R., Novak, H. M., & Blair, A. E. (2020). The effect of systematic prompting on the acquisition of two muscle-strengthening exercises by adults with moderate disabilities. Journal of Behavioral Education, 29(3), 584-605.

Obrusnikova, I., Novak, H. M., & Cavalier, A. R. (2019). The effect of systematic prompting on the acquisition of five muscle-strengthening exercises by adults with mild intellectual disabilities. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 36, 447-471.

A Resistance Training Intervention for Adults With Intellectual Disability in the Community: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial

Obrusnikova, I., Cavalier, A. R., Suminski, R. R., Blair, A. E., Firkin, C. J., & Steinbrecher, A. M. (2021). A Resistance Training Intervention for Adults With Intellectual Disability in the Community: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 38(4), 546-568.

Effects of Resistance Training Interventions on Muscular Strength in Adults with Intellectual Disability: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Obrusnikova, I., Firkin, C. J., Cavalier, A. R., & Suminski, R. R. (2022). Effects of resistance training interventions on muscular strength in adults with intellectual disability: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Disability and rehabilitation, 44(17), 4549–4562.
Effects of Videomodeling on Motor Skill Development in Children
Obrusnikova, I., & Cavalier, A. R. (2018). An evaluation of videomodeling on fundamental motor skill performance of preschool children. Early Childhood Education Journal. 46, 287-299.
Obrusnikova, I., & Cavalier, A. R. (2017). The effect of videomodeling on fundamental motor skill performance of middle school children with intellectual disabilities. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities. 29(5), 757-775.

Our research is dedicated to discovering effective strategies for promoting health, enhancing physical activity, and strengthening the body. We innovate with cutting-edge technology and engage with individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and fitness professionals to create impactful wellness solutions. Our goal is to make exercise enjoyable and accessible, empowering everyone to achieve lasting health.