Open AccessThe importance of non-exercise physical activity for cardiovascular health and longevity
Author(s) -
Elin EkblomBak,
Björn Ekblom,
Max Vikström,
Ulf dé Fairé,
MaiLis Hellénius
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
british journal of sports medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 4.329
H-Index - 171
eISSN - 1473-0480
pISSN - 0306-3674
DOI - 10.1136/bjsports-2012-092038
Subject(s) - longevity , medicine , cardiovascular health , gerontology , physical therapy , physical medicine and rehabilitation , disease
Sedentary time is increasing in all societies and results in limited non-exercise physical activity (NEPA) of daily life. The importance of low NEPA for cardiovascular health and longevity is limited, especially in elderly.
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