Inclusive Lifestyle and Outdoors
Detrimental Effects of Diet Culture on Disability Community
With its hallmarks of unrealistic beauty standards and poor nutrition, the diet culture does us no favors. Intuitive eating, improving body image, leaning coping skills—that's the ticket for better health and overall well-being.
Facts, Fun and Creativity of the Plant-Based Diet
Explore whole food plant-based nutrition as a healthy alternative for people with disabilities to help with wound care, bowel health, brain function and more. On a strict food budget? Food advocate Tracy Williams has ideas for that, too!
Living Healthy with a Disability: Goals and Myths
Sort through common myths that stand in the way of achieving health goals. Remember, you are not alone! Consult professionals on your healthy living journey.
Goal Setting for Healthy Living with a Disability
Exercise and smart food choices are integral to wellness, but you need a plan! Setting incremental, achievable goals will help you attain your version of healthy lifestyle.
Blind and Low Vision Kids Experience Alaskan Wilderness
The traditional summer camp experience of making friends, playing games and enjoying the outdoors is focused for kids with vision disabilities at Camp Webber.
Where is the Outrage Against Inaccessibility?
While many National Parks boast of a smattering of accessible hiking trails, they are actually only a small percentage, leaving the lion's share of each park's trail map inaccessible to the disability community.
Behind the Scenes of the Ms. Wheelchair America Competition
Ms. Wheelchair America 2023 Ali Ingersoll shares a sneak peek behind the curtain of what this renowned competition is really all about. Spoiler alert: It's more than the crown!than the crown!
Snow or Water: What's your favorite adaptive skiing?
LOF Adaptive Skiers bring the challenge, freedom and thrill of waterskiing and alpine skiing to the disability community. Is the mountain (or water) calling you?
Embrace New Adventures with No Limits Adaptive Climbing and Coloplast
The Adaptive Climbing Wall is back at the 2021 Abilities Expos, ready to provide attendees with exciting new experiences and, of course, bragging rights. It's completely inclusive so, whatever your ability, you too can conquer the wall!
AllTrails App Expands Accessibility Info for Hiking Trails
Popular outdoor recreation platform AllTrails has enhanced their site to include accessibility data for 5,000 hiking trails and counting! In addition, the app includes detailed reviews and photos curated by nature lovers like you.
EP Magazine: A Trusted Resource for Families with Disabilities Celebrates 50 Years
Regardless of the circumstances that has led an individual to experience disordered eating, there is a way forward to a healthy relationship with food. If you or a loved one can't see the light at the end of the tunnel, read on.
Planning Accessible Holiday Activities During Coronavirus
Thanks to the coronavirus—that guest that just won't leave (take a hint, Rona!)—your holidays may look a bit different than in years past. But with technology, your creative mind and these suggestions, the season can be just as special!
Go Outside and Play: Accessible Activities from a Social Distance
The Great COVID-inspired Cabin Fever of 2020 is no joke. The cure? Socially distant fresh air. Here are a few fun, accessible activities to enjoy outside.
How to Shop your Closet during a Pandemic
Just because you're not going anywhere doesn't mean you can't look good! Don't overlook the wonders of your own wardrobe in selecting your Coronavirus Couture.
Lourdes Mack Joins Cast of 'Disney Family Singalong'
She's an actor, an athlete, a musician and, as the world saw last week on Disney's hit TV special, she's a talented wheelchair dancer. Meet the irrepressible Lourdes Mack.
Stuff to do When Cooped Up with COVID
The world was rocked this week with the sad news of the passing Paralympian and Guinness record holder Angela Madsen. She died halfway through her solo ocean row from California to Hawaii.
Going Places with Donna On The Go
If you haven’t been watching the web series about the funny exploits of Donna Russo, grab some popcorn and get ready to binge. Donna’s tongue-in-cheek approach to her daily challenges has captured a worldwide audience.
Dating with a Disability: Yes, it’s possible!
Dating can be a risky proposition regardless of the boxes you are checking. Girls Chronically Rock’s Keisha Greaves takes a no-holds-barred look at her hopes, anxieties, challenges and blessings as she throws her hat in the dating ring.
Resources Abound When You Get Connected with Your SCI Community
Whether you are newly injured, or a veteran member of the disability community, organizations like Triumph Foundation and Spinal Network are determined to help you succeed through social opportunities, employment resources and even equipment grants.
Deck the Halls with the Rollettes Holiday Giveaway Contest!
If you aren’t feeling the holiday cheer, you will when you see what the Rollettes have in store for you for the season! It’s how they roll!