Exercise, Respiratory and Environmental Physiology: A Tribute from the School of Milano

This book sheds new light on the history of exercise physiology and how it essentially grew, thanks to the work of a few major Schools. Analysing and interpreting the evolution of the field, the authors focus on the School of Milano, which was founded by Rodolfo Margaria and is one of the most prominent representatives, having played a central role in promoting and advancing this field of physiology.

In turn, the authors trace Margaria’s biography; under his influence, the school introduce...