{"product_id":"the-joy-of-laziness-why-life-is-better-slower-and-how-to-get-there-paperback","title":"The Joy of Laziness: Why Life Is Better Slower and How to Get There - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePeter Axt\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMichaela Axt-Gadermann\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing 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 eating, working, and exercising; quizzes to determine stress level, life energy, and physical well-being; and valuable tips, charts, and advice on this controversial idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePROFESSOR 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDR. 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.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 8.52 x 5.53 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 19, 2003\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51761157669152,"sku":"9780897934015","price":16.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/74a6ccc250dcf05dbbd7e517682c9ced.webp?v=1780201060","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-joy-of-laziness-why-life-is-better-slower-and-how-to-get-there-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}