Fitness and Health

""In this age of trendy diets and looming obesity statistics, this book couldn't be more useful. Fitness researcher, educator, and author Sharkey (health & human performance, emeritus, Univ. of Montana), who first published this renowned guide in 1974, here teams up with Olympic coach Gaskill (health & human performance, Univ. of Montana) for the sixth edition. Known as the thinking person's fitness book, this work discusses not only how to eat and exercise well but also why one should adopt such a lifestyle. The authors maintain a focus on the emotional as well as physical benefits of exercise and support their recommendations with relevant research studies and statistics. The book's scholarly nature makes it a staple in many college health courses, but in this particular edition, which encourages engaging in the active life rather than just focusing on performance, Sharkey and Gaskill also draw in the average reader by including straightforward sample fitness programs, training tips, activities, and basic injury care. Their relaxed tone and dispersed inspirational quotes from such luminaries as Chinese Taoist philosopher Lao Tzu and science fiction/fantasy author Ursula K. Le Guin also engage readers. Essential for academic and larger public libraries." Jennifer Johnston, formerly with San Bernardino P.L., CA "Library Journal," October 15, 2006

This work is ideal for fitness enthusiasts, fitness professionals and course adoptions. "Fitness & Health" is a comprehensive guide covering fitness, nutrition and weight management in a digestible format. Written for people of all ages, this book is aimed at those who want to develop a deeper understanding of fitness and health. It teaches the reader how to improve their health, allowing them to design their own fitness programmes and maintain them in the long-term. It is an excellent resource for the professional who wants to attract others to the cause of better health through physical activity. The book includes easy-to-use activity plans and nutrition tips intended to help individuals get started with a targeted personal fitness and nutrition programme. Over 165,000 copies of the previous editions were sold worldwide.