{"product_id":"physical-activity-epidemiology-mike-d-schmidt-rod-dishman-i-min-lee-2021-health","title":"Physical Activity Epidemiology Mike D. Schmidt Rod Dishman I-Min Lee 2021 Health","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis copy is like new - pre owned but never read - you get this bargain - see all photos\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e provides a discussion of current studies showing the influence of physical activity on disease. Updated with extensive new content in alignment with the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee Scientific Report, the third edition benefits from the expertise of authors Rod Dishman, Gregory Heath, Michael Schmidt, and I-Min Lee. These authors offer insight gained from their professional experiences, which include leadership roles within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, contributions to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e, and a combined 1,000 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals across each of their disciplines.\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e explores how physical activity can enhance quality of life. The text summarizes the available knowledge, examines the methods used to obtain these findings, considers the implications for public health, and outlines the important questions that remain. Readers will find comprehensive discussions of these topics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0px 18px; color: rgb(15, 17, 17); padding: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ePart I introduces physical activity epidemiology and provides an extensive background in research methods as well as physical activity measurement and surveillance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ePart II focuses on the evidence that physical activity protects against premature death from all causes and inhibits the development of coronary heart disease and stroke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ePart III offers population-based studies and clinical experiments providing evidence that physical activity plays a role in the prevention of hypertension, dyslipidemia, and obesity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ePart IV compiles the latest data on two chronic diseases that are increasing in prevalence worldwide: type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ePart V describes the evidence that physical activity is associated with reduced risks of certain cancers and explores the use of immunotherapy in cancer treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ePart VI addresses mental health and the promotion of a safe, physically active lifestyle among all segments of the population.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003eThe third edition of this text offers expanded coverage of the measurement of sedentary behavior; the effects of physical activity on osteoporosis and bone health, cancers, and inflammatory diseases; and the potential of exercise to complement immunotherapy in cancer treatment. More than 200 tables and figures highlight information in an easy-to-understand visual format.\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e examines the methodology and findings of classic and contemporary studies and then helps students analyze the results. The special Strength of the Evidence sections summarize the findings to determine the extent to which correlation and causation can be proven. Chapter objectives, chapter summaries, sidebars, and a glossary assist students in finding key information. Instructors will find a test package, image bank, and downloadable learning activities to assist with student comprehension.\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(15, 17, 17);\"\u003e offers a comprehensive presentation of significant studies, discusses how these studies contribute to understanding the relationship between activity and disease prevention, and explores how this information can be used in leading global society toward increased health and longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pearl Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45359903998149,"sku":"OFY51025007","price":159.97,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/7660\/8453\/files\/57_f29bd49c-cbf0-4b84-bdbd-1cf66702ebff.png?v=1763371635","url":"https:\/\/pearlpress.com.au\/products\/physical-activity-epidemiology-mike-d-schmidt-rod-dishman-i-min-lee-2021-health","provider":"Pearl Press","version":"1.0","type":"link"}