(Autism Digest) From Stress to Success: The Power of Resistance Band Therapy

At Kidisthenics Fitness Company, we specialize in individualized high-intensity movement programs tailored for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. More than just a workout, each session is designed to strengthen emotional regulation, motor control, and confidence through scientifically-backed movement-based learning techniques.

One of the first tools we use in every session is a resistance band, or what we call an "energy-release band." These bands are central to how we help clients manage stress, sensory dysregulation and pent-up anxiety. Before diving into structured exercises, clients engage in tailored resistance band movements like chest pulls, overhead stretches, and even gentle plucking. These aren't random warm-ups but intentional strategies rooted in proprioceptive input.

Read the full online version of the Autism Digest article to learn more!

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