Peter Axt

The Joy of Laziness: Why Life Is Better Slower and How to Get There

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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 ea… Mehr

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Weitere Autoren: Axt-Gadermann, Michaela

ISBN: 978-1-63026-784-1
EAN: 9781630267841
Produktnummer: 16871383
Verlag: Hunter House
Sprache: Englisch
Erscheinungsjahr: 2003
Seitenangabe: 160 S.
Masse: H21.6 cm x B14.0 cm x D1.3 cm 354 g
Gewicht: 354

Über den Autor

PROFESSOR PETER AXT is a health scientist, the author of several books and numerous essays in medical journals, an advisor to political leaders and athletes in Germany, and a former marathon runner for the German National Track and Field Team. He has participated in several state tournaments. He lives and works in Germany.DR. MICHAELA AXT-GADERMANN is a medical doctor and journalist, author of several books and numerous articles in medical journals and general interest publications. She is a former 10,000 meter champion in Hesse, Germany. She lives and works in Germany.