Chapter 1

Introduction, Summary, and Chapter Conclusions

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• Introduction
• Summary
• Chapter Conclusions
  • Chapter 2 : Historical Background, Terminology, Evolution
    of Recommendations
  • Chapter 3 : Physiologic Responses and Long-Term
    Adaptations to Exercise
  • Chapter 4 : The Effects of Physical Activity on Health
    and Disease
  • Chapter 5 : Patterns and Trends in Physical Activity
  • Chapter 6 : Understanding and Promoting Physical Activity