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Chapter 1

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Introduction, Summary, and Chapter Conclusions

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  • Introduction
  • Summary
  • Chapter Conclusions
    • Chapter 2 : Historical Background, Terminology, Evolution
      of Recommendations
    • Chapter 3 : Physiologic Responses and Long-Term
      Adaptations to Exercise
    • Chapter 4 : The Effects of Physical Activity on Health
      and Disease
    • Chapter 5 : Patterns and Trends in Physical Activity
    • Chapter 6 : Understanding and Promoting Physical Activity
  • Page last reviewed: November 17, 1999 (archived document)
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