Participants with Mobility Impairments

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There are no national guidelines regarding physical activity for people with mobility impairments. As a result, it is important to consider your current level of physical activity when deciding your goals for the WOMAN Challenge. You should assess which goal is best suited to your physical activity level and most achievable for you. Your doctor or nurse may be able to assist you in this decision. We encourage you to challenge yourself by increasing your daily physical activity each week as part of the WOMAN Challenge.

If you are planning to wear an armband pedometer on your arm or wrist, there are a few important things to know:

• You can clip the pedometer to the armband however you would like. Just make sure it is on securely and comfortably. The NCPAD logo should be parallel to the floor, as shown in the photo below.
• Place the arm band on your upper arm or wrist. Make sure the armband is snug, but not too tight which may cause pain or discomfort.
• You may want to wear your pedometer over a shirt to keep it from irritating your skin.
• If you have any questions about using an armband pedometer, please contact The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability

For more information about physical activity guidelines for people with disabilities, visit womenshealth.gov's Illnesses and Disabilities section.

Content last updated March 24, 2008.