Exercise and Fitness

Web Sites | Books | Databases

Highlights

	MedlinePlus®: Exercise/Physical Fitness
	Reliable information from MedlinePlus®, covering the latest news, how to get started on an exercise program, equipment, exercise calculators and statistics.

State & Local Resources

	UPMC Center for Sports Medicine
	"In addition to preventive care and athletic performance enhancement, UPMC's Center for Sports Medicine is on the leading edge of surgical and nonsurgical treatment for muscle and joint injuries."

	UPMC Health Tools
	A collection of fitness calculators from UPMC.

National Resources

	American College of Sports Medicine Health & Fitness Information
	Helpful guidelines for aerobic activity, brochures and section on how to select and use exercise equipment, from free weights to stairclimbers.

	Calculators for Fitness and Health Risk
	A collection of health calculators from the Michigan eLibrary(MEL)Health Information Resources.

	Kidnetic.com
	"Kidnetic.com is a cool site for kids like you — kids who like to play hard and have fun. Kidnetic.com lets you tap into your own energy so you can feel great all day long." This site promotes healthy eating and physical activity, and is sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians, American College of Sports Medicine and other internationally recognized health organizations.

	Mayo Clinic.com: Fitness and Sports Medicine Center
	All about exercise and sports safety.

	National Strength and Conditioning Association
	A good source for up-to-date research on developing and improving muscular strength, endurance and power.

	The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
	Information on fitness for all ages. Find exercise guidelines and information on weight control, sports nutrition and more.