Health Promotion, Disease Prevention, and Exercise Epidemiology

by Nellie M. Cyr

Overview

There are many positive aspects to an advanced technological society. But, as is true with most things in life, for every upside there exists a downside. Our advanced technological society has made life more comfortable and more enjoyable, but it has also resulted in less movement, less activity, and an overall under active society. The physiological consequences of inactivity are evident in the increased prevalence of chronic diseases, including heart disease, this nation's number one cause of death. This book explores the physiological mechanisms and consequences of an under active society as well as the concept of prevention in the form of health promotion programs. Substantial research studies are referenced and extensive data analysis is provided to substantiate the concept of prevention.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761827160
Publisher:	University Press of America
Publication date:	11/10/2003
Pages:	212
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.52(h) x 0.62(d)

About the Author

Nellie M. Cyr is Assistant Professor, Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE), The University of Maine, Orono.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Acknowledgments Chapter 3 Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Disease Chapter 4 Epidemiology and Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Disease Chapter 5 Physiological Mechanisms and Causative Factors of Cardiovascular Disease Chapter 6 Physiological Mechanism and Exercise Intervention Chapter 7 Exercise Biochemistry Chapter 8 Efficacy of Health Promotion Programs Chapter 9 Comprehensive Review of Health Promotion Programs Chapter 10 Research and Data Analysis of a Selected Health Promotion Program Chapter 11 Summary and Conclusions Chapter 12 Resources in Health Promotion, Exercise and Nutrition Chapter 13 About the Author Chapter 14 Index