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Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn
The Heart's Exercise Sweet Spot: Daily vs. Weekend
Jul 21, 2023
Explore the relationship between exercise and heart health, including the benefits of both daily exercise and weekend warrior patterns. Discover surprising findings on the amount of plaque in the heart arteries of endurance athletes. Learn about the potential risks of excessive exercise through insights from marathon runners.
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- Both consistent exercise throughout the week and weekend-only exercise are associated with reduced cardiovascular risk compared to no exercise.
- Long-term, intense endurance exercise may not necessarily result in a more favorable coronary plaque composition.
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Benefits of Weekend Warrior Physical Activity
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association examined the effects of weekend warrior physical activity on cardiovascular health. The study analyzed data from 89,573 individuals and found that both consistent exercise throughout the week and weekend-only exercise were associated with a reduced risk of heart attack, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and stroke compared to those who did not exercise. The study concluded that even intermittent weekend exercise can provide cardiovascular benefits.
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