Download or read book The Complete Sports Medicine Book for Women written by Mona M. Shangold and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: This book is a comprehensive guide to women's health and fitness that answers questions on preventing and treating injuries, proper diet, comfortable clothes, safe running, controversial drugs, and the effects of exercise on menstruation, menopau se, and pregnancy. This sourcebook speaks to the unique medical problems of the woman athlete, whether she's running a mile or a marathon, swimming, cycling, surfing, shooting hoops, playing softball, or just taking country walks. Topics include: what and when to eat; preventing and treating injuries; choosing contraceptives; keeping fit during pregnancy; choosing the sport that's best for you; and achieving peak performance.