As the new year begins, many of us are setting goals and making resolutions to get in shape and improve our overall health and well-being. For people with lower body disabilities, staying physically active can be a particular challenge, but it's just as important to maintain physical fitness. Fortunately, there are a wide variety of adaptive sports and activities that can be adapted to meet the needs of people with lower body disabilities. Here are a few options to consider as you make your fitness plans for the new year: Wheelchair sports: There are a wide variety of spo ..read more

     As a paraplegic, it can be easy to fall into a sedentary lifestyle, especially during the winter months when outdoor activities may seem less accessible. However, staying active has numerous health benefits, and there are plenty of adaptive sports and activities to keep you moving. One great option for paraplegics is adaptive sports, which are sports and activities modified to be accessible for those with physical disabilities. Examples of adaptive sports include wheelchair basketball, sledge hockey, and cross country sit ski. These sports not only provide a physical outle ..read more

     Norsk artikkel her ? Say hello to Robynne Hill, the first Spike ambassador in the USA. Robynne plays parahockey and has been on Team USA hockey since she was 17. With a competitive mindset and a love for sports her dream is to compete at the Paralympic level. Robynne is competitive to the bone and has always been up for a challenge. She has Cerebral Palsy and Juvenile Degenerative Disc Disease, but this has never stopped her from chasing her dreams. She’s determined, positive and ambitious which has certainly paid off in her rising career within parasport. Winning gold wit ..read more

     Norsk artikkel her ? 1998 Nagano Paralympic Games was the last time we saw Lars Andresen Jr. compete internationally. Over two decades later he has decided to come out of retirement to race at the 2022 Beijing Games.    Lars is a well known figure within the parasport community. At 26 years old Lars competed in ice sledge speed racing at the 1994 Lillehammer Paralympics, medaling in 4 races, two of them gold. He also competed in para nordic skiing in the 1998 Nagano Paralympics. After a 24 year hiatus from the Paralympic level Lars is aiming for gold once again i ..read more

  Handbikes funded by CAF Grants (Photo credit: CAF).    Ever wondered how to get a positive response on your CAF Grant Application for your adaptive sports equipment purchase? We’ve had a chat with Nico Marcolongo, Senior Manager in Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) to get his and CAF’s recommendations. CAF supports individuals worldwide with permanent physical disabilities with grants for sports equipment, competition and training for the sport or recreational activity of their own choosing. This means that you can apply for funding for purchasing a handbike, wheelchair ba ..read more

     Since its launch in 2019, Spike has taken the Norwegian adaptive sports equipment market by storm as an effective tool for exercise and occupational therapy. Now, it is available for customers in Europe as well. A reason behind Spikes popularity has to do with Spikes ability to give the rider a fun experience while exercising important muscle and coordination groups. Norwegian Spike owners range from 13-60 years old  with disabilities such as Cerebral palsy (CP), Spinal cord injuries (SCI), Spina bifida, Amputees and Paraplegics.  Over the years, we have regularl ..read more

     Since its launch in 2019, Spike has taken the Norwegian adaptive sports equipment market by storm as an effective tool for exercise and occupational therapy. Now, it is available for customers in Australia as well. A reason behind Spikes popularity has to do with Spikes ability to give the rider a fun experience while exercising important muscle and coordination groups. Norwegian Spike owners range from 13-60 years old  with disabilities such as Cerebral palsy (CP), Spinal cord injuries (SCI), Spina bifida, Amputees and Paraplegics.  Over the years, we have regul ..read more

     Since its launch in 2019, Spike has taken the Norwegian adaptive sports equipment market by storm as an effective tool for exercise and occupational therapy. Now, it is available for customers in Canada as well. A reason behind Spikes popularity has to do with Spikes ability to give the rider a fun experience while exercising important muscle and coordination groups. Norwegian Spike owners range from 13-60 years old  with disabilities such as Cerebral palsy (CP), Spinal cord injuries (SCI), Spina bifida, Amputees and Paraplegics.  Over the years, we have regularl ..read more

     Since its launch in 2019, Spike has taken the Norwegian adaptive sports equipment market by storm as an effective tool for exercise and occupational therapy. Now, it is available for customers in the USA as well. A reason behind Spikes popularity has to do with Spikes ability to give the rider a fun experience while exercising important muscle and coordination groups. Norwegian Spike owners range from 13-60 years old  with disabilities such as Cerebral palsy (CP), Spinal cord injuries (SCI), Spina bifida, Amputees and Paraplegics.  Over the years, we have regular ..read more

     List of Funds and Grants for Adaptive Sports Equipment in the USA, Canada, Australia and Europe. Adaptive sports equipment will help maintain and improve your physical and mental health. Nevertheless, financing adaptive sports equipment can be tough. By exploring new markets, Exero has come across tips on how to fund assistive technology and adaptive equipment in the USA, Canada, Australia, France, Germany, Spain and other European countries. In the following article we will provide you with 5 steps to fund your next adaptive sports equipment.  Step #1: Use keywords ..read more