Physical Activity Epidemiology

This book deals with the influence of physical activity on disease. "Physical Activity Epidemiology, Second Edition", provides a comprehensive discussion on the current population-level studies showing the influence of physical activity on disease. With more than 100 pages of additional content, it [...]
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This book deals with the influence of physical activity on disease. "Physical Activity Epidemiology, Second Edition", provides a comprehensive discussion on the current population-level studies showing the influence of physical activity on disease. With more than 100 pages of additional content, it offers more detailed coverage of all-cause and coronary heart disease mortality, expanded coverage of pathophysiology and biological plausibility, new information on physical activity among various racial - ethnic populations and the effects of physical activity on cognitive function, dementia and HIV/AIDS. "Physical Activity Epidemiology, Second Edition", offers students, sport and exercise scientists, health and fitness professionals and public health administrators a comprehensive presentation of significant studies, how these studies contribute to understanding the relationship between activity and disease prevention and how this information can be used in leading individuals, communities and global society toward increased health and longevity.