Kenneth H. Cooper

Kenneth H. Cooper is a physician and exercise expert who pioneered the concept of cardiovascular fitness through regular physical activity. He is best known for developing the "Cooper Test," a simple fitness assessment, and for promoting aerobic exercise as a way to improve health, prevent disease, and enhance overall well-being. His work has helped shift public health perspectives to include the importance of regular exercise, leading to the widespread adoption of fitness routines and the development of exercise programs aimed at optimal cardiovascular and muscular health.