Building on Existing Strengths and Lessening Current Barriers to Physical Activity for Autistic Individuals Across the Lifespan

SIG Leaders: Andrew M. Colombo-Dougovito & A. Josephine Blagrave SIG Co-Leader: Emily Bremer Physical activity (PA) is well-evidenced as an essential component of an individual's overall health. However, evidence suggests that autistic individuals engage in less PA than their peers. This SIG will focus on strengths and barriers across the lifespan in regard to the PA behavior of autistic individuals and, through group discussion, will highlight key strategies; ultimately, developing recommendations for improving access at local sport clubs, gymnasiums/fitness centers, school-settings, or community recreation settings.