The Joy of Laziness - 9780897934015

Drawing on both scientific and anecdotal sources, the authors of The Joy of Laziness argue that the much-admired Type A lifestyle of intense exercise, frantic activity, and overwork is detrimental to health and long life. Every human being has a limited amount of life energy, they say, and the speed with which it is consumed determines the lifespan. Citing the scientifically recognized Metabolic Theory, the book explains how being ?lazy” ? being calm, eating temperately, reducing or avoiding sports, exercising moderately, and limiting ambition ? can boost the immune system and increase longevity. Included are energy-saving suggestions about eating, working, and exercising; quizzes to determine stress level, life energy, and physical well-being; and valuable tips, charts, and advice on this controversial idea.

Informazioni bibliografiche

• Titolo del Libro in lingua: The Joy of Laziness
• Sottotitolo: Why Life Is Better Slower, and How to Get There
• Lingua: English
• Autori :  Axt Peter, Axt Michaela Gadermann
• Editore: Pgw
• Collana: Pgw (Paperback)
• Data di Pubblicazione: 01 Settembre '03
• Genere: HEALTH and FITNESS
• Argomenti :  Longevity Laziness Health aspects Energy metabolism
• Pagine: 160
• Dimensioni mm: 209 x 139 x 12
• ISBN-10: 0897934016
• EAN-13: 9780897934015