Live Life Aggressively Podcast w/Mike Mahler & Sincere Hogan Ep.#127: Christina Danos shares how a physical training tool such as the kettlebell is being used to raise awareness and support resources needed for Autism
Apr 21, 2015
01:26:44
Christina Danos created Kettlebells 4 Autism with the goal of raising awareness about autism through kettlebell training and sport. KB4A supports not-for-profit organizations devoted to autism research, treatment, and/or the delivery of evidenced based practices, to those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. By way of an annual Kettlebells 4 Autism Fundraising Event, and merchandise sales, KB4A riases funds for a minimum of 4 not-for-profit organizations per year. The tiny in stature, yet strong on the kettlebell platform with a heart, autism advocate joins the LLA podcast to discuss the following :
- What drew Christina into the area of autism awareness & autism services
- How Christina connect autism awareness with kettlebell sport
- Christina shares what autism is and what it isn't and why autism goes beyond the movie "Rain Man"
- Why it is essential to provide support for not only those on the autism spectrum, but their caregivers as well
- Are there viable health care resource options for those on the spectrum with lower income
- Christina discusses the importance of physical activity for individuals on the autism spectrum
- What are the needs not normally discussed regarding autism in adults and autism from a global standpoint
- Christina discusses the importance of Autism Awareness Month
- How did Kettlebells 4 Autism connect with Jason Dolby's "One Hour Long Cycle" charity event in 2015, what's next for both organizations, & how can you get involved today
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- Kettlebells 4 Autism website: kettlebells4autism.com
- The Association for Science in Autism Treatment: http://www.asatonline.org/
- The Global Autism Project: http://globalautismproject.org
- Eric Chessen's Autism Fitness: http://autismfitness.com
- One Hour Long Cycle Event: http://onehourlongcycle.com
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