Activity, Health and Fitness in Old Age

Physical activity should be a key element in the life of older people. First published in 1984, different aspects of activity in relation to old age are examined in this book. These include not only physical exercise and occupational therapy activities, but also activities of daily living, leisure, housework and shopping.

Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgements. 1. Patterns of Activity Participation: An Introduction 2. Beliefs and Attitudes Regarding Activity and Fitness 3. The Changing Activity Patterns of the Elderly in Recent Years 4. Housework and Shopping 5. Social Activities 6. Physical Activities 7. Hobbies and Pastimes 8. Attitudes to Aspects of Exercise 9. The Understanding of Health and Good Physical Condition 10. The Future and its Needs - Summary and Conclusions. Bibliography. Appendices. Index.