What is muscular dystrophy?

Muscular dystrophy is a group of genetic diseases that result in a gradual loss of muscle mass in affected individuals. This can cause a degradation of an individual’s strength, fitness, endurance and fine motor skills.

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Common Barriers to exercise for people with Muscular Dystrophy

• Muscle weakness - progressive degradation of muscle mass resulting in a loss of strength can significantly inhibit exercise

• Myotonia - symptoms like myotonia, which results in a delayed relaxation after muscular contraction, can make controlling weights or body weight exercises challenging

• Fatigue & Overexertion - individuals with MD may experience muscle fatigue more rapidly and could be at risk of overexerting themselves

• Low Confidence & Motivation - a loss of strength and capability over may knock an individual’s motivation to continue their fitness journey. Frequent exercise can be an effective means to mitigate symptoms for individuals with MD

• Depression & Anxiety - despite physical activity being hugely beneficial to an individual’s mental health, it may act as an initial barrier stopping individuals with muscular dystrophy from pursuing their fitness goals

• Accessibility - many exercise settings and programmes are not adapted to accommodate individuals with specialist requirements

• lack of inclusive programmes - a lack of inclusive exercise programmes can make entry into fitness for individuals with down syndrome and other disorders difficult. Brand Inc Fitness specialise in delivering fitness to everyone, no matter your ability or disability

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