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Passing the test: the truth about fitness assessments

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Many spas and health clubs conduct fitness tests for new members. These tests normally attempt to examine body composition, cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility. However, the test accuracy is dependant on the skill of the technician and other factors. Testing details are discussed.

Author: King, Sheila
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1992
Testing, Column

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The best in fitness

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A poll of 5,000 Shape magazine readers indicates that the leading reasons for exercising are to control weight, to feel better physically, to be healthy, and to have more energy. Specific poll details are discussed.

Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 2000
United States, Statistics, Exercise, Public opinion, Readership surveys

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The missing fitness link

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The importance of sleep is discussed with emphasis on its impact on health and fitness. A lack of sleep can cause us to eat more and ways to reverse this effect are presented.

Author: Schulz, Susan
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 2001
Psychological aspects, Physiological aspects, Sleep, Sleep disorders

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