Toward a Better Understanding of Physical Fitness and Activity: Selected Topics

Originally prepared for and published in issues of The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPFS) Physical Activity and Fitness Research Digest, these 22 papers are organized into sections on physical activity antecedents; general health benefits; the reduction of risk for chronic health problems; fitness, economic, and mental health benefits; issues related to children; and ergogenic aids. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.