{"product_id":"physical-activity-epidemiology-paperback-softback-9781492593010","title":"Physical Activity Epidemiology (Paperback \/ softback) 9781492593010","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eRod K. Dishman (Author), Gregory W. Heath (Author), Mike D. Schmidt (Author), I-Min Lee (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781492593010\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 26 March 2021\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e672 pages\u003cbr\u003e27.9 x 21.6 x 3.8 cm, 1.474 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The new edition is justified by the sheer amount of new research in the field and the updated guidelines, which the authors weave expertly into each topic”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e-© Doody’s Review Service,\u003c\/b\u003e 2023, Morgan L Wolff, MPH, University of Iowa College of Public Health (4-star review)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\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 \u003ci\u003e2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans\u003c\/i\u003e, and a combined 1,000 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals across each of their disciplines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\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: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart I introduces physical activity epidemiology and provides an extensive background in research methods as well as physical activity measurement and surveillance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\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\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\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\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart IV compiles the latest data on two chronic diseases that are increasing in prevalence worldwide: type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\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\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart VI addresses mental health and the promotion of a safe, physically active lifestyle among all segments of the population.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e The 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\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\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\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhysical Activity Epidemiology, Third Edition,\u003c\/i\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\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I. Introduction to Physical Activity Epidemiology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Origins of Physical Activity Epidemiology\u003cbr\u003e Ancient History of Physical Activity and Health\u003cbr\u003e Modern History of Physical Activity and Health\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity for Health Promotion in the United States and the World\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Concepts and Methods in Physical Activity Epidemiology\u003cbr\u003e Epidemiologic Measures\u003cbr\u003e Crude, Specific, and Standardized Rates\u003cbr\u003e Research Design in Epidemiologic Studies\u003cbr\u003e Evaluating Associations in Epidemiologic Studies\u003cbr\u003e Models in Physical Activity Epidemiology\u003cbr\u003e Inferring Cause in Epidemiologic Studies\u003cbr\u003e Criteria for Causation\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Measurement and Surveillance of Physical Activity and Fitness\u003cbr\u003e Why Is Behavioral Epidemiology Important?\u003cbr\u003e What Is Physical Activity?\u003cbr\u003e Measures of Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e What Is Sedentary Behavior?\u003cbr\u003e What Is Physical Fitness?\u003cbr\u003e Surveys and Surveillance of Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II. Physical Activity and Disease Mortality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e All-Cause Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Life Expectancy at Birth\u003cbr\u003e Major Causes of Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and All-Cause Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Leisure-Time Physical Activity and All-Cause Mortality: Exemplar Cohort Studies\u003cbr\u003e Resistance (Strengthening) Exercise and All-Cause Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Device-Measured Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Sedentary Behavior and All-Cause Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Physical Fitness and All-Cause Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Changes in Physical Activity or Fitness and All-Cause Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Are the Associations Real?\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e How Much Physical Activity Is Needed to Decrease Risk of Premature Mortality?\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Coronary Heart Disease\u003cbr\u003e History and Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors\u003cbr\u003e Coronary Heart Disease Etiology\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Coronary Heart Disease\u003cbr\u003e Sedentary Behavior and Coronary Heart Disease Risk\u003cbr\u003e Physical Fitness and Coronary Heart Disease Risk\u003cbr\u003e Individuals With Other Risk Factors or Existing Coronary Heart Disease\u003cbr\u003e Physical Inactivity Compared With Other Risk Factors\u003cbr\u003e Are the Associations Real?\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e How Much Physical Activity Is Needed to Decrease Coronary Heart Disease Risk?\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Risk Factors for Stroke\u003cbr\u003e Etiology of Stroke\u003cbr\u003e Treatment of Ischemic Stroke\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Stroke Risk: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III. Physical Activity and Risk Factors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Hypertension\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Treating Hypertension\u003cbr\u003e Hypertension Etiology\u003cbr\u003e Autonomic Nervous System\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Reduced Hypertension Risk: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Treatment of Hypertension: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Dyslipidemia\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Drug Treatment\u003cbr\u003e Dyslipidemia Etiology and Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Lipoprotein Levels: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Obesity\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Treatment of Overweight and Obesity\u003cbr\u003e Assessing and Defining Overweight and Obesity\u003cbr\u003e Etiology of Overweight and Obesity: Set Point or Settling Point?\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Fitness and the Health Risks of Obesity: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Prevention of Excess Weight Gain: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Weight Loss: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Weight Maintenance: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e The Ultimate Goal: Weight Loss or Risk Reduction?\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV. Physical Activity and Chronic Diseases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Diabetes\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Demographics of Diabetes\u003cbr\u003e Clinical Features\u003cbr\u003e Health Burden of Diabetes\u003cbr\u003e Risk Factors\u003cbr\u003e Insulin and Glucose Transport\u003cbr\u003e Etiology of Type 2 Diabetes\u003cbr\u003e Effects of Physical Activity on Diabetes Risk: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Osteoporosis\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Fractures and Mortality\u003cbr\u003e Etiology of Osteopenia and Osteoporosis\u003cbr\u003e Bone Measurement Techniques\u003cbr\u003e Risk Factors and Prevention\u003cbr\u003e Pharmacotherapy for Osteoporosis\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Osteoporosis: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Strength of the Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V. Physical Activity, Cancer, and Immunity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Etiology of Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Risk Factors\u003cbr\u003e The Evidence for Physical Activity: Specificity of Protection?\u003cbr\u003e Colon and Rectal Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Breast Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Lung Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Endometrial Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Cancer Survivors\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and the Immune System\u003cbr\u003e An Abridged History of Immunology\u003cbr\u003e HIV and AIDS\u003cbr\u003e The Immune System\u003cbr\u003e Immunomodulation by the Nervous and Endocrine Systems\u003cbr\u003e Immunotherapy in Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Immunity: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Mechanisms of Alterations in Monocytes, Granulocytes, and Natural Killer Cells After Acute Exercise\u003cbr\u003e Exercise and Cytokines\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI. Physical Activity and Special Concerns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Mental Health\u003cbr\u003e Depression\u003cbr\u003e Anxiety Disorders\u003cbr\u003e Cognitive Function and Dementia\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity and Special Populations\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity Among Diverse Racial–\u003cbr\u003eEthnic Populations\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Disability\u003cbr\u003e Inactivity and Aging\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity and Long-Term Health Among People With Disabilities\u003cbr\u003e Role of Physical Activity in the Promotion of Health\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16.\u003c\/b\u003e Adverse Events and Hazards of Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Magnitude of the Problem\u003cbr\u003e Evaluating Risk\u003cbr\u003e Methods of Research\u003cbr\u003e Myocardial Infarction and Sudden Death\u003cbr\u003e Joint and Muscle Injury\u003cbr\u003e Injury Features\u003cbr\u003e Risk of Physical Activity Injuries: The Evidence\u003cbr\u003e Other Medical Hazards\u003cbr\u003e Psychological Hazards\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Adopting and Maintaining a Physically Active Lifestyle\u003cbr\u003e Individual Barriers to Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e How Do People Decide to Be Active?\u003cbr\u003e Environmental Barriers to Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Genetics of Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Environmental Intervention and Self-Regulation\u003cbr\u003e Effectiveness of Physical Activity Interventions\u003cbr\u003e Types of Interventions to Increase Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Mediators and Moderators of Physical Activity Change and Interventions\u003cbr\u003e Features of Physical Activity That Promote Adoption and Maintenance\u003cbr\u003e Summary\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52685679460632,"sku":"9781492593010","price":79.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/physical-activity-epidemiology-paperback-softback-9781492593010","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}