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flow and physical activity Latino Francesca1, Mazzeo Filomena2, Tafuri Domenico3 1Department of Biomorphological and Functional Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Italy 2Department of Science and Technology, University of Naples Parthenope, Italy 3Department of Sport Science and Wellness, University of Naples Parthenope, Italy
Abstract
Inactivity
is one of the major risk factors for heart disease. However, exercise
helps improve heart health, and can even reverse some heart disease
risk factors. A sedentary (inactive) lifestyle is one of the top
risk factors for heart disease. Fortunately, it's a risk factor that
you can do something about. Regular exercise, especially aerobic
exercise, has many benefits. Regular aerobic physical activity
increases exercise capacity and plays a role in both primary and
secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. Like all muscles,
the heart becomes stronger as a result of exercise, so it can pump more
blood through the body with every beat and continue working at maximum
level, if needed, with less strain. The resting heart rate of those who
exercise is also slower, because less effort is needed to pump blood. A
person who exercises often and vigorously has the lowest risk for heart
disease, but any amount of exercise is beneficial. Studies consistently
find that light-to-moderate exercise is even beneficial in people with
existing heart disease. Moreover, anyone with heart disease or cardiac
risk factors should seek medical advice before beginning a workout
program. Exercise has a number of effects that benefit the heart and
circulation. These benefits include improving cholesterol and fat
levels, reducing inflammation in the arteries, helping weight loss
programs, and helping to keep blood vessels flexible and open. The
known benefits of regular aerobic exercise and current recommendations
for implementation of exercise programs are described in this revised
report.
Key
words:physical exercise, rehabilitation, cardiovascular disease, coronary flow
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