Intended for undergraduate courses for non-kinesiology majors, this textbook explains the essentials of lifelong wellness and encourages students to make healthier choices. Chapters discuss fitness assessment, principles of exercise, motivational techniques, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, weight training, weight control, body image, nutrition, chemicals, stress, injuries, heart disease and cancer prevention, lifetime fitness programs, and athletics. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)