Physical activity and prevention of disease
Physical inactivity is one of the major risk factors for cardiovascular diseases.
Regular physical activity conversely is effective in reducing all-cause mortality,
cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Risks and side-effects can be neglected,
medical examination before training is strongly recommended. Counseling healthy
persons and patients at any age for physical activity, and training prescription
should be an essential part of physicians’ work in general practice.
