Exercise & Immune Function

Details hormonal responses to exercise and their impact on immunityProvides an integrated synthesis of the immunophysiology of physical activityCovers immunological responses during training in athletesDiscusses the impact of substance abuse and dieting on physically active individualsIllustrates the relationship between exercise and the risk of chronic diseasesExplores areas for future research and application In Exercise And Immune Function, leading experts discuss what is known about physical activity and its effects on the immune system. This unique reference describes the science and application of exercise immunology, providing an excellent source of expert information for researchers, students, and practitioners. The impact of exercise on immune function in dieters, in combination with alcohol use, and in the elderly are addressed, and up-to-date reviews on the relationships between exercise and the risk of disease are provided. Anyone in basic medical science, sports medicine, exercise physiology, immunology, and health promotion should have a copy of this book.