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Vol. 87, No. 9, September 2007, pp. 1255-1256
DOI: 10.2522/ptj.2007.87.9.1255.2
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The Anti-Aging Fitness Prescription: A Day-by-Day Nutrition and Workout Plan to Age-Proof Your Body and Mind


Altug Z, Gensler TO. New York, NY 11101, Hatherleigh Press, 2006, paperback, 302 pp, illus, ISBN: 1-57826-215-1, $17.95.


This book, written by a physical therapist and a dietician, provides guidelines for healthy aging. The program, in a nutshell, prescribes regular exercise, 3 daily meals, sufficient sleep, and adequate amounts of vitamin D. Although the target audience for this text is the layperson, the information presented can be useful to a variety of health care professionals who want to improve the quality of life for anyone, at any age.

The book contains 7 chapters in part I, 3 phases of the 8-week "Anti-Aging Fitness Prescription" in part II, and appendixes. The introductory chapter provides information about the book's anti-aging formula. Part I of the book contains the elements of the anti-aging prescription. Chapter 1 describes the aging process and provides information on sleep improvement and stress reduction. Chapter 2 discusses anti-aging exercise basics, and the authors recommend a fitness prescription consisting of strength training, aerobic conditioning, and stretching. Tables showing body mass index and a formula to determine one's caloric needs are provided. Chapter 3 demonstrates warm-up and stretching exercises with photographs, along with precautions, for every exercise.

Chapter 4 defines aerobic exercise and the equipment needed and supplies a prescription for type of exercise, intensity, and duration for consideration. Recommendations are given for what to avoid during aerobic exercise and how to select proper footwear. Chapter 5 focuses on strength training and provides a strength training program, complete with a photograph, purpose, description, and frequency for each exercise. Chapter 6 is devoted to nutrition, and chapter 7 provides anti-aging recipes.

Part II gives an individualized 8-week anti-aging fitness prescription. Weekly activity plans and daily nutritional diaries are provided. A suggested daily menu is given with daily fitness tips. Resources and further readings are provided at the end of part II on how to obtain more information about specific health-related topics. A current reference list for each chapter and topic is given at the end of the book. Health care professionals who are experienced in exercise prescription may find that they know much of what is presented, but those with less experience may find this book to be a very useful reference. It also is an excellent evidence-based book to recommend to clients who want to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

Janna Beling

J Beling, PT, PhD, is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy at California State University, Northridge, Calif


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