In this study, it was intended to promote exercise to mental disabilities children using the cognitive movement training machine which were developed by Dr. Kobayashi. Four boys (IQ : under 20 : 1 boy, 20-35 : 3 boys) participated to the training program (1 day/week, 2 hours/time). Training was continued for 3 years.
After training, remarkable improvement was observed on the skill of exercise. Body fat was decreased and muscle mass of whole body was increased. Some improvement were observed on 50 m run time, back strength, hand grip strength. Improvement of behavior in daily living and ability for physical movement were recognized from a questionnaire to the protector. The state of the physical, mental and social side was improved. It was considered that this training could be superior in safety/pleasure/continuity/effects of exercise for mental disabilities children.
