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The current manuscript reviews the literature on the health effects of resistance training (RT) for individuals with Down syndrome (DS), focusing on this training modality's methodology, application, and safety. The literature has mentioned that early aging in this population is associated with loss of muscle strength, lower lean and bone mass, and increased obesity. It is necessary to propose non-pharmacological measures for prevention and health promotion. Thus, this review suggests a current research-based RT guide for individuals with DS. This review is divided into three sections: Section 2 briefly reviews DS and the effects on structural and functional decline and how exercise and physical activity can influence health aspects in this population; Section 3 summarizes the evidence for RT prescription; Section 4 briefly reviews the health and potential benefits of RT in individuals with DS. The findings from this review suggest that most individuals with DS should engage in moderate-intensity RT at least 2 days a week and perform RT on the major muscle groups and include balance training. The RT program should be modified and adapted according to individuals' characteristics and limitations. RT promotes positive, health-related benefits such as increasing strength, improving body composition, improving functional capacity and balance, reducing inflammatory status and oxidative stress, and improving the immune system. The RT protocols summarized in this current review provide guidance, critical conclusions, and novel research settings, which could be useful to coaches, clinicians, and researchers to effectively design RT program for individuals with DS.
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The purpose of this case report is to present the case study of a child with Systemic Infantile Hyalinosis in the educational attendance specialized in Physical Education and Art (dance). The collection took place through the Teachers' Field Diary and the interview with the child's mother. The pedagogical intervention lasted 15 months and took place at the swimming and dance workshops at the Catholic University of Brasilia, with two weekly classes in each workshop lasting 30 min each. The intervention was based on Henri Wallon's theory of emotions and sought freedom of expression, body experience, and the discovery of a body marked by disease and, in many moments, disrespected in its possibilities. At the end of the intervention, mobility, and range of motion gains were observed in motor terms, which were compromised due to the instability caused by the progressive disease. However, there were significant gains regarding self-esteem, which were relevant and significantly contributed to a better quality of life of the child.