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Katch, Frank I.; McArdle, William D. – 1977
This book contains information on nutrition, weight control, and exercise. Some basic information from the biological sciences is included but a specialized background is not necessary to understand the text. The content is appropriate for nutrition, weight control, exercise, and physical fitness courses at the university level, for the various…
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Body Weight, Dietetics, Eating Habits
Young, Donald R. – 1977
This book deals principally with the relationships between diet, fitness, and physical work capacity. The extreme nutritional states of obesity and chronic food deprivation are considered, and the effect of supplementation and modification of normal dietaries on work capacity are discussed. Figures and data tables provide information regarding…
Descriptors: Athletics, Biological Influences, Body Weight, Exercise (Physiology)
Astrand, Per Olaf – 1977
The need for physical activity to maintain good health is emphasized in this book. Regular exercise and a balanced diet are regarded as being of prime importance. The nutritional and caloric values of various diets are discussed in relation to their energy producing potential as well as their effect on body weight. Photographs, charts, and line…
Descriptors: Aerobics, Body Weight, Cardiovascular System, Eating Habits
Getchell, Bud – 1979
The basics of physical fitness and information for developing a systematic program of exercise and physical activity for the individual are outlined. This book is divided into three major areas. Part one contains chapters dealing with basic physical fitness, understanding the human body and its needs, and methods of appraising individual fitness.…
Descriptors: Body Weight, Cardiovascular System, Exercise (Physiology), Health
Otis, Carol L.; Goldingay, Roger – 1989
A handbook of health issues for college students is presented. Prevention is the keynote, stressing the importance of staying healthy and recovering quickly. Information is organized in a question-and-answer format. The 12 chapters are as follows: nutrition: food as fuel (e.g. acne and diet and daily caloric requirements); exercise: fine-tuning…
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Body Weight, College Students, Communicable Diseases
Krantzler, Nora J.; Miner, Kathleen R. – 1994
The 10-volume "Health Facts" series is intended to supplement health education curricula and to provide a handy reference for individuals who would like additional background information on particular health topics. The emphasis is placed on topics and examples relevant to youth of middle and high school age. The five sections in this…
Descriptors: Body Composition, Body Weight, Child Health, Exercise Physiology
Opatz, Joseph P., Ed. – 1984
A major concern to practitioners in the wellness movement has been the dearth of high quality up-to-date information about their field. This book provides a comprehensive and current look at the wellness field. Presentations in part 1 include: (1) "The History and Future of the Wellness Movement" (Donald B. Ardell); (2) "Presenting…
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Body Weight, Cardiovascular System, Exercise
