The Physiology of Aerobic Capacity in WomenUtgave 1

This book questions the limitation of exercise capacity in women by discussing female physiology from the perspectives of respiratory, circulatory, skeletal, body composition, and training adaptations. Written in a compelling manner, the book covers not only gender differences in exercise physiology but also touches upon such questions as doping and novel mechanisms in exercise theory and practice. Based on first-hand research experience, this book offers new and realistic perspectives, including positive and negative aspects of women’s capacity to perform exercise, which should interest the readers of kinesiology, integrative physiology, clinical science, general science and sociology of sports topics.

Key Features:

• Research-based findings on the cutting-edge topic of women's aerobic capacity
• Written in an accessible manner and packed with science-based insights
• Presents an overarching view of various medical disciplines that are essential in evaluating women's aerobic capacity