Beneficial Effects of Exercise on Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome.

Silverthorn, Kathryn H.; Hornak, James E.

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ERIC Number: EJ465483

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1993

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Beneficial Effects of Exercise on Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome.

Silverthorn, Kathryn H.; Hornak, James E.

American Journal on Mental Retardation, v97 n6 p654-58 May 1993

Six adults with Prader Willi syndrome who participated in a six-month walking program showed significant differences in resting heart rate, aerobic capacity, body fat percentage, and weight loss, compared to a control group of five nonparticipants. (Author/JDD)

Descriptors: Adults, Aerobics, Body Composition, Body Weight, Congenital Impairments, Exercise, Heart Rate, Mental Retardation, Obesity, Outcomes of Treatment, Physical Fitness

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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