How Active Are Older Americans?

IntroductionRegular physical activity can reduce age-related functional decline, as well people’s risk for chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease, hypertension, colon cancer, and diabetes. The objective of this study was to estimate the level of participation in aerobic, muscle-strengthenin...

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Main Authors: Judy Kruger, PhD, Susan A. Carlson, MS, David Buchner, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2007-07-01
Series:Preventing Chronic Disease
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Online Access:http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2007/jul/06_0094.htm