Publisher's Synopsis
This monograph is designed to enable physicians to:
- Broaden the perception of the types of programmes that can be used to develop an exercise fitness programme
- Explain how to evaluate increased aerobic capacity as a result of an exercise programme
- Counsel a patient in a weight-loss programme with exercise as a component
- Understand the relative roles of muscle strength, bone density, and flexibility as part of an exercise programme
- Evaluate menstrual dysfunction that occurs during a vigorous exercise programme
- Understand the concept of ""life-long"" exercise and the effect on chronic heart disease and diabetes
- Appreciate the effect of exercise on pregnancy and the fetus
