Does The Severity Of Autistic Symptoms Influence The Effects Of An Exercise Intervention Program?

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine if improvements in training-induced fitness levels are related to the severity of autistic symptoms in children with autism. METHODS: A total of 26 children (7.88 years ± 2.27) with a diagnosis of autism, were recruited for this study. Prior to and on completion of the exercise intervention, the children’s fitness levels were assessed using the Modified Eurofit Physical Fitness Battery, which...