Studies and measurements of physical activity of the society
Journal Title: Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine - Year 2012, Vol 19, Issue 3
Abstract
Physical activity, as a very important factor conditioning ontogenesis and state of health, is the key element of a health promoting life style. Physically able individuals manifest a considerably higher motivation for work and life satisfaction, while those with low physical activity are more frequently exposed to higher mortality.
Authors and Affiliations
Józef Bergier
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