Abstract
Examines the contributions of a 12-week aerobic exercise on body composition, muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness of HIV-1 population. Revelation of significant improvements in the amount of lean muscle tissue; Increase in upper and lower muscular strength; Capability of exercise being a complimentary therapeutic modality in combating wasting process associated with advanced HIV-1 infection.
Original language | American English |
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Journal | International Journal of Behavioral Medicine |
Volume | 3 |
Issue number | 1 |
State | Published - Mar 1996 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- exercise physiology
- cardiovascular fitness
- HIV-positive persons
- exercise
- HIV-1
- AIDS
- body composition
- muscular strength
Disciplines
- Sports Sciences