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Baduanjin exercise improves functional capacity and cardiovascular function in older adults with cardiovascular diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

BackgroundBased on clinical observations and expert recommendations, Baduanjin exercise has demonstrated a positive impact on maintaining and enhancing cardiovascular function. Despite clinical observations of Baduanjin's cardiovascular benefits, systematic evidence for older adults remains limited. 67, 95% CI: 2.76

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Comparative effectiveness of exercise interventions on arterial stiffness in individuals at risk for cardiovascular disease: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

BackgroundPrevious studies have shown that exercise can improve arterial stiffness (AS). However, it remains unclear which type of exercise is most effective for managing AS, particularly in individuals at high risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVD).

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Physiology Friday #261: Combining High-intensity Training with Frequent Activity Breaks Maximizes Cardiovascular Benefits

Physiologically Speaking

But this approach only applies to non-exercisers, right? Although structured exercise is imperative to achieve optimal health, recent evidence indicates it might not be enough to totally reverse the metabolic and cardiovascular consequences of too much sedentary time. This condition represents your “active couch potato.”

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Physiology Friday #199: High-Intensity Interval Training Reduces Coronary Artery Plaque

Physiologically Speaking

Exercise prevents and reverses cardiovascular disease, but whether high-intensity exercise training (HIIT) is safe and effective for adults after minimally invasive heart surgery is unknown. Exercise is a wonder drug for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and reversal.

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Exercise And Heart Health: Finding The Perfect Balance

MIBHS

Exercise and heart health— you’ve probably heard of the correlation before. Engaging in exercise can significantly contribute to maintaining a healthy heart and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Over-exercising or insufficient exercise can both have adverse effects on the heart and overall health.

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How Smoking Affects Your Heart and Increases Surgery Risk

MIBHS

Its effects on the heart are particularly alarming, as smoking significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and complicates medical procedures such as minimally invasive or bloodless heart surgeries. Impaired Healing and Recovery Nicotine constricts blood vessels, reducing blood flow to surgical sites.

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Study Calls for Targeted Strategies for Managing Diabetic Cardiomyopathy Across Racial, Ethnic Groups

DAIC

Distinct racial and ethnic variations in baseline characteristics among patients with diabetic cardiomyopathy (DbCM), underscore the need for personalized and targeted strategies for managing overall care and outcomes.