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FATWHEELS Bicycle Safety Series – Early Cycling Skills

Exploring the world beyond their own neighborhood gives children a sense of independence.


Never pressure children to ride a two-wheeled bike, consider children’s coordination and desire to learn to ride. Children develop at different rates, but most “typical” children can graduate from tricycles...

06.03.26 04:17 PM - Comment(s)
How Your Hearing Affects Your Balance

Your ears don’t just help you hear. In fact, they work together with other systems in your body to help you understand your place in space. If you have a steady sense of balance, you might not have a problem understanding where you are, how to stay upright, and how to keep yourself from falling....

06.03.26 03:58 PM - Comment(s)
FATWHEELS Bicycle Safety Series – Pedals with Straps

Recently, I received the following question from a board-certified physical therapist:

Hello,


I am a pediatric physical therapist. I am so excited to find your website and products!


Most of my patients need a special needs adaptive tricycle, but I am working with a 10-year-old child who may be ready to...

06.03.26 03:53 PM - Comment(s)
The Benefits of Cycling For Those with ADHD

Recently, an interesting article was published in the American Therapeutic Recreation Association’s (ATRA) March, 2024 newsletter about the benefits cycling for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).


Here is some of what researchers, (Cameron Sterling, Christopher Peck, Carol...

06.03.26 03:25 PM - Comment(s)
Adaptive Cycling: Embracing Inclusivity and Freedom on Two Wheels

Cycling is not just a sport or a means of transportation; it is a way of life for many people. The feeling of freedom, the rush of wind in your face, and the sense of accomplishment that comes with pedaling your way to new adventures are unparalleled. However, for individuals with physical disab...

21.01.25 05:59 PM - Comment(s)
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