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The Effect of a Walking Program on Blood Pressure Response in African-American Women

March 11, 2008 By: admin Category: Health Sciences, Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science

O’Hara, Reginald B.; Baer, Janine T.; Laubach, Lloyd L

Abstract A walking program in an urban, African-American church community was successful in lowering resting blood pressure values. This article details the design and effectivenes of the program, which focused on specific features of the group and
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How to Write an Exercise Prescription for the Airdyne Ergometer

March 11, 2008 By: admin Category: Health Sciences, Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science

ACSM s health & fitness journal
1091-5397, Volume 4, Issue 5, 2000, Pages 17-19

Lamont, Linda S.

Abstract Combined arm-leg ergometers are popular exercise devices. The Airdyne cycle ergometer promotes cardiovascular fitness by using a unique system for applying mechanical resitance. This article presents step-by-step instructions on how to write a precription for exercise using the airdyne.

An Evaluation of Home Exercise Equipment Claims:Too Good To Be True.

March 11, 2008 By: admin Category: Health Sciences, Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science

ACSM s health & fitness journal
1091-5397, Volume 4, Issue 5, 2000, Pages 14-16

Jung, Alan P.; Nieman, David C.

Abstract Some claims made in the marketing of home exercise equipment are outrageous or at best untrue. This article explains what consumers need to understand to make informed choices of equipment.

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