Physical Activity and Aging
second edition
$216.80
- Hardcover
360 pages
- Release Date
10 May 2024
Summary
Unlock Your Ageless Potential: The Power of Physical Activity
In the late 1980s, the connection between physical activity and aging sparked widespread interest. An aging population sought active retirements, and the health benefits of exercise became increasingly apparent.
The first edition of this book, published in 1978, was a major review of the field. Since then, our knowledge has advanced significantly. This second edition, originally published in 1987, contains over 50…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781032684673 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1032684674 |
| Series: | Routledge Library Editions: Aging |
| Author: | Roy Shephard |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 360 |
| Release Date: | 10 May 2024 |
| Weight: | 453g |
| Dimensions: | 234mm x 156mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
From reviews of the first edition:
‘This is an important book, which should be read by all physicians’ Age and Ageing
‘Roy Shephard is one of those rare scientists who are able to write eminently readable and authoritative books on his field while at the same time continuing to contribute important original research. In this book all those working in exercise physiology, sports medicine and geriatrics will find much of interest.’ Quarterly Journal of Experimental Physiology
About The Author
Roy Shephard
Roy J. Shephard, CM, MD, PhD, DPE, FACSM, is an emeritus professor of applied physiology at the University of Toronto. A graduate of Cambridge University in medicine and hygiene, he has also obtained a doctorate in human experimental physiology. Hephard has authored over 750 scientific papers, 150 book chapters, and 68 books, primarily on the topics of exercise physiology, fitness, and health. He has served as a consultant to various organizations, including the World Health Organization and the Canadian government. His research interests include the impact of exercise on chronic diseases, the physiological effects of aging, and the role of physical activity in promoting overall well-being.
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