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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Health
  • Exercise Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • China faces a severe air pollution crisis impacting public health.
  • Outdoor exercise, while beneficial for chronic disease prevention, poses health risks due to air pollution exposure.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the critical issues and challenges of exercising in China's polluted air.
  • To call for collaborative action within the exercise science community.
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Main Methods:

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