Exercise and Weight Control Myths and Misconceptions DVD

Workout Videos Presents: Exercise and Weight Control: Myths and Misconceptions Workout DVD - Exercise and Weight Control: Myths and Misconceptions provides a detailed overview of the commonly held myths and misconceptions concerning weight control. The DVD reviews the causes and consequences of obesity and explains how to assess body composition. In addition, the DVD discusses how individuals can effectively incorporate sound exercise into their weight-control efforts. Among the topics covered: causes of obesity, consequences of obesity, body-composition assessment, advantages of exercise therapy, role of resistance training in weight control, spot reducing, and ineffective gadgets and gimmicks. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Affiliation: Barry Franklin, William Beaumont Hospital (2007) (43 mins.)