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Principles of Aerobic Exercise

By Karen Holtgrefe, DHS, PT, OCS, Terri M. Glenn, PhD, PT on June 22nd 2008

There are numerous sources from which to obtain information on training for endurance in athletes and healthy young people and for individuals with coronary heart disease. Information or emphasis on endurance training and the improvement of fitness in the individual who has other types of chronic disease or disability is beginning to emerge. Using the […]

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