LMCC/Exercise
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Epidemiology
editExercise rates:
- 25% exercise regularly
- 50% occasionally
- 25% sedentary
- 1/3 of Canadians watch > 15 hours of TV/week
Management
edit- caution those with coronary artery disease, diabetes and exercise induced asthma
- assess patient's current level of fitness, motivation and access to exercise
- encourage warm up and cool down periods to allow transition between rest and activity
- cousel to avoid injuries
Exercise Plan
edit- balance with all types of exercise
1. Aerobic for 15-60 minutes 4-7x/week
- improves cardiac function
- lowers BP
- increases HDL
- increases insulin sensitivity
- maximum HR=220-age
- target HR = 60-80% of maximum HR
2. Weight-bearing 10=20 minutes 2-4x/week
- builds muscle strength
- improves bone density
- improves posture
3. stretching routine 4-7x/week
- prevents cramps, stiffness, injuries and back problems
Other benefits:
- increases feeling of wellbeing and sex drive
- improves quality of sleep
- decreases depression/anxiety
- weight control
- improves self esteem
References
editToronto Notes 2005