Physical health is indeed important for all individuals but it doesn’t mean you need to engage in vigorous cardio, weight lifting and running. It's about balance. Both having a good physical as well as nutritional health.
There’s many different ways to be active, one organization in Canada is called Special Olympics. “Special Olympics Canada exists to serve the needs of people of all ages and all levels of ability, from the individual who will stay active for life, regularly participating in local sports programs, through to the athlete who will advance to compete at National and International competitions. For individuals with an intellectual disability, Special Olympics may be the only place where they have an opportunity to engage in their communities, and to develop leadership and life skills. For many, it is a gateway to confidence, empowerment, competence, and acceptance.”
https://www.specialolympics.ca/learn
Some communities have local programs such as walking buddies, adapted swim (swimming program), and recreation programs such as pottery, tennis, and so forth that are also good for individuals to get involved in.
It’s important to ensure individuals are receiving the proper amount of nutrition and vitamins so keep their body and immune system strong. Young adult men should be eating about 2,400-3,000 calories per day and adult women 1,800-2,4000 calories per day.
A nutritional balanced meal should be 50% fruits and vegetables, 25% protein and 25% grains. Fruits and vegetables are good for giving the body a variety of vitamins, protein helps boost your energy, keeps you fuller for longer and helps lower blood pressure, lastly grains are beneficial for brain health, digestion and weight management.
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