Exercise and Nutrition: Keys to Successful Aging

2015-2016 Centre on Aging & Health Distinguished Lecture Speaker: Dr. Eric Rawson, Professor of Exercise Science at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Open to the public. Admission is free. Refreshments will be provided. Free parking will be available. Abstract: Dr. Rawson will discuss muscle and strength changes that accompany normal aging. He will then describe the importance of physical exercise and nutrition on successful aging. In particular, he will address the impact of reducing sedentary behaviour on chronic disease, the beneficial effects of strength training (weight lifting) and protein on muscle strength, as well as the potential benefits of using supplements (i.e., creatine) on muscle and brain function. Bio: Dr. Rawson’s research has focused on the interactions between nutrition and skeletal muscle. In particular, Dr. Rawson has studied the effects of the dietary supplement creatine on muscle and brain function in older adults. Dr. Rawson has delivered more than 100 professional presentations, is co-editor of Nutrition for Elite Athletes, co-author of the 10th Edition of Nutrition for Health Fitness and Sport, and has authored/co-authored numerous articles and book chapters.

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