Author:
Dishman, Rod K.
Edition Statement:2nd ed.
Imprint:Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, c2013.
Descriptionxxii, 583 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Note:Origins of physical activity epidemiology -- Concepts and methods in physical activity epidemiology -- Measurement and surveillance of physical activity and fitness -- All-cause mortality -- Coronary heart disease -- Cerebrovascular disease and stroke -- Physical activity and hypertension -- Physical activity and dyslipidemia -- Physical activity and obesity -- Physical activity and diabetes -- Physical activity and osteoporosis -- Physical activity and cancer -- Physical activity and the immune system -- Physical activity and mental health -- Physical activity and special populations -- Adverse events and hazards of physical activity -- Adopting and maintaining a physically active lifestyle.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.
