The first 20 minutes : surprising science reveals how we can exercise better, train smarter, live longer / Gretchen Reynolds.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Reynolds, Gretchen.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Physical fitness.

Physical education and training--Physiological aspects.

Physical education and training.

Exercise--Physiological aspects.

Exercise.

Physical Description:

xvii, 266 pages ; 24 cm

Other Title:

First twenty minutes

Place of Publication:

New York : Hudson Street Press, [2012]

Summary:

Inspired by Reynolds's wildly popular OPhys EdO column for "The New York Times," this book explains how exercise affects the body in distinct ways and provides the tools readers need to achieve their fitness goals, whether that's a faster 5K or staying trim.

Contents:

Introduction: a body in motion

The first 20 minutes

Stretching the truth

It's not about the bites

The losing battle

What we mean when we talk about endurance

Give me the strength to carry on

When bad things happen to good workouts

How to build a better brain

Survival of the fittest

Pushing back the finish line

Conclusion: use it or lose it.

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

1594630933

9781594630934

OCLC:

757470597

Publisher Number:

99949594215