| Description |
x, 445 pages : colour illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction to the active life -- Pt I Physical activity, fitness, and health 1. Activity and fitness: health benefits -- 2. Mental and cognitive health: a sound mind in a sound body -- 3. Personal health: it's your responsibility -- Pt II Turning your life around 4. Psychology of activity: learning to play -- 5. Behavior change: gaining control -- 6. Meaningful activity: lifetime vitality -- Pt III Understanding fitness 7. Physiology of fitness: muscles, oxygen, and energy -- 8. Aerobic fitness: stamina and efficiency -- 9. Muscular fitness: strength and endurance -- Pt IV Improving fitness 10. Aerobic fitness training: steps for success -- 11. Muscular fitness training: lifetime mobility -- Pt V Activity and weight control 12. Energy and nutrition: fueling the active life -- 13. Weight control: more than calories |
| Notes |
Previous edition: c2007 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 417-433) and index |
| Subject |
Health.
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Physical fitness.
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| Author |
Gaskill, Steven E., 1952- author
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| ISBN |
0736099379 |
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9780736099370 |
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