Running for life

United States, 1969

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Gives the results of a two year experiment sponsored by the US Office of Public Health, to determine the effects of exercise on middle-aged persons - and whether such exercising can reduce the chances of heart disease. Shows faculty members of the University of Wisconsin exercising and reporting of their experiences.

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producer

Jack T. O'Grady

production company

National Educational Television

Duration

00:28:00:00

Production places
United States
Production dates
1969

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