[Physical activity in prevention of cardiovascular disease]

The paper outlines an evolution of the physical activity profile of human being, determined by the natural environment conditions, as well by the dynamic progress in technology civilization. It was also emphasized how important role in spreading an epidemics of atherosclerosis--plays a reduced physical activity in people living in highly developed countries. Furthermore, the mechanisms of profitable effects of a regular physical training both for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and for cardiac rehabilitation were discussed. In this regard, difficulties in realizing rehabilitation programs in patients with previous ACS episodes in Poland were highlighted. Finally, a necessity of undertaking efforts intended for establishing physical activity as a routine every-day habit even in young children, resulting in reducing cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in the later life stages, was stated.