Central European Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine


ISSN: 2300-9705     eISSN: 2353-2807    OAI    DOI: 10.18276/cej.2016.2-09
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Issue archive / Vol. 14, No. 2/2016
Physical Activity as Prevention of Chronic Illnesses in Seniors

Authors: Mariusz Pietrzak
University of Szczecin, Faculty of Physical Education and Health Promotion, Department of Health Education

Katarzyna Sygit
University of Szczecin, Faculty of Physical Education and Health Promotion, Department of Health Promotion

Marian Sygit
University of Szczecin, Faculty of Physical Education and Health Promotion, Department of Health Education
Keywords: chronic illnesses physical activity seniors
Whole issue publication date:2016
Page range:8 (79-86)
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Abstract

Physical activity is of key importance in prevention of chronic illnesses, such as cardiovascular disease or metabolicvdiseases. Lack of regular workout in seniors favors the development of these diseases. It is, therefore, advisable to change one’s lifestyle and engage in regular workout in order to reduce the risk of chronic illnesses and disabilities. The aim of this paper is to present how important physical activity is in prevention of chronic illnesses in seniors.
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