Kenneth H. Cooper Quotes

A collection of quotes by Kenneth H. Cooper.

Kenneth H. Cooper, born on March 4, 1931, in Oklahoma City, is an American physician and former Air Force Colonel who is widely regarded as the "Father of Aerobics." He is an innovator in the field of preventive medicine and is best known for developing the concept of aerobic exercise and popularizing its benefits.

Cooper graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1952 and earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine in 1957. He then joined the Air Force where he served as a flight surgeon, and it was during his military career that he became interested in the correlation between physical fitness and health.

In 1968, Cooper founded the Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas, Texas, to promote physical fitness and prevention-oriented healthcare. He published his groundbreaking book, "Aerobics," in 1968, which introduced the concept of aerobic exercise to the general public. The book became an international bestseller and propelled Cooper to global recognition.

His research and work have focused on educating people about cardiovascular fitness, the importance of regular exercise, and the benefits of preventive medicine. Cooper has authored numerous books and academic papers on the subject, inspiring millions to adopt healthier lifestyles.

Kenneth H. Cooper's contributions to the field of preventive medicine have been recognized with several awards and honors. He continues to advocate for physical fitness and preventive health practices, emphasizing the importance of staying active for overall well-being.

We are involved in youth testing internationally. We want to

We are involved in youth testing internationally. We want to try to prove without a shadow of a doubt the relationship between physical fitness and health, not just physical fitness and ability to perform.

Kenneth H. Cooper


The reason I exercise is for the quality of life I enjoy.

The reason I exercise is for the quality of life I enjoy.

Kenneth H. Cooper

Fitness

Far too many times over the next 12 to 15 years, it was brou

Far too many times over the next 12 to 15 years, it was brought to my attention that people who followed my exercise guidelines exactly but ignored their diet, their weight and their cigarette smoking had heart attacks at age 55.

Kenneth H. Cooper

Diet

So I've broadened the fitness concept to make it one of mode

So I've broadened the fitness concept to make it one of moderation and balance.

Kenneth H. Cooper

Fitness

There are six components of wellness: proper weight and diet

There are six components of wellness: proper weight and diet, proper exercise, breaking the smoking habit, control of alcohol, stress management and periodic exams.

Kenneth H. Cooper

Diet

Now I say that if you run more than 15 miles a week, it's fo

Now I say that if you run more than 15 miles a week, it's for something other than aerobic fitness. Once you pass 15 miles, you do not see much further improvement.

Kenneth H. Cooper

Fitness