Practice of physical-sports activities for athletes of the Ecuadorian Federation of Sports with Visual Impairment: an integral approach for inclusion and performance

Abstract

This study addresses a fundamental issue in the field of sports: the inclusion of athletes with visual impairment in Ecuador and how a comprehensive approach in the practice of physical activities and sports can improve both the inclusion and performance of these athletes. The objective of the article is to promote a comprehensive approach in the practice of physical activities and sports for athletes with visual impairment in Ecuador, in order to promote their full inclusion in the sporting arena and improve their athletic performance. The importance of promoting the inclusion of people with visual impairment in sports is highlighted, underlining the physical and psychological benefits that this process can provide. Then, the current situation of visually impaired athletes in Ecuador is analyzed and the obstacles they face to fully participate in physical and sporting activities are identified. Various strategies and programs that can be implemented to improve the inclusion and performance of athletes with visual impairment in Ecuador are explored. These include adapting sports facilities, training coaches and health professionals, and promoting an inclusive mindset in society. In conclusion, the article advocates for a comprehensive approach in the practice of physical-sports activities for athletes of the Ecuadorian Federation of Sports with Visual Impairment, emphasizing that inclusion and performance are not mutually exclusive goals, but can coexist and benefit each other.