Chapter 19

arteriosclerosis

hardening of the arteries

force–velocity curve

the relationship of the maximum force produced at any given velocity

thoracic wall compliance

the relationship between force required (elastic force) per unit strength of the thorax

International Society for Aging and Physical Activity
www.humankinetics.com/ICAPA

Huffington Center on Aging: Geriatric Education and Research
www.bcm.edu/centers/huffington-center-on-aging/

Cardiovascular Response to Exercise
http://courses.washington.edu/conj/heart/exercise.htm

Physical Fitness and Older Adults
www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/older_adults/index.htm