CAHPER Journal
CAHPER Journal

Author: Canadian Association for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation

Publisher:

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13:

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Healthy Aging
Healthy Aging

Author: Canada. Health Canada

Publisher: Santé Canada

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13:

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The first part of this presentation presents an overview of issues associated with physical activity among older adults. It explains the significance of physical activity for health and reviews the magnitude of the problem of insufficient physical activity among seniors, trends in physical activity participation by seniors, key considerations that affect such participation, the links between physical activity and healthy ageing, the consequences of not addressing this issue, and the effectiveness of interventions to promote physical activity among seniors. The second part discusses the level of public interest & support for active living in late life and outlines current federal government strategies to address active living among seniors. Key strategies for an action plan on healthy ageing are also outlined.

Physical Activity & Health
Physical Activity & Health

Author: Jerome E. Kotecki

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Published: 2016-12-15

Total Pages: 666

ISBN-13: 1284130045

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Physical Activity and Health, Fifth Edition offers expert knowledge based on the latest scientific evidence from physical activity and health research along with a variety of instructive elements that assist and encourage students in developing a personalized physical activity and health plan. The goal of the book is to introduce concepts and to develop the skills and interest to make physical activity a life-long habit. This text equips students with the information, skills, and practical know-how to gain control of their health and decide what to do and how and when to do it.