Exercise Programming for Special Populations: Recent Advances presents an up-to-date review of the exercise programming recommendations and guidelines for eight “special population†groups. Major exercise-related issues are discussed for the following medical concerns: heart disease; lung disease; peripheral vascular disease; obesity; hypertension; diabetes; aids; and pregnancy.
Among the topics covered:
Among the topics covered:
- An overview of the eight chronic diseases or potentially debilitating medical conditions
- The medications for each condition and the effects of these medications on exercise performance
- The major exercise-related issues for each special population
- Exercise programming guidelines for each group
Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise.
