Aging, Physical Activity, and Well–Being
Edward McAuley
Wednesday, 10 Apr 2013 at 3:30 pm – 2019 Morrill Hall
Edward McAuley is the Khan Professor in Applied Health Sciences at the University of Illinois, Urbana/Champaign, with appointments in the Departments of Kinesiology and Community Health, Psychology, and Internal Medicine at Illinois. He will present an overview of findings from a systematic series of physical activity interventions designed to enhance multiple aspects of well-being in older adults, including physical function, quality of life, and cognitive function. Reception immediately following in 2015 Morrill Hall.Cosponsored By:
- Gerontology Program
- Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
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