Assessing Exercise Habits of Cardiovascular Risks in Middle-Aged Adults: A Descriptive Study

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Public Health
• Exercise Science

Background:

• Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading cause of mortality in adults.
• Metropolitan populations, especially in large cities, are disproportionately affected by CVDs.
• Sedentary lifestyles are a key modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the exercise habits of middle-aged adults at risk for cardiovascular disease.
• To identify physical activity patterns within this specific demographic.
• To inform targeted interventions for cardiovascular health promotion.

Main Methods:

• Quantitative, descriptive research design.
• Purposive sampling of 60 cardiovascular patients from Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Chennai.
• Data collection via structured questionnaires and a cardiovascular risk score calculator.
• Analysis using descriptive and inferential statistics.

Main Results:

• 98.33% of participants demonstrated moderate physical activity levels; 1.67% had high levels.
• The mean physical activity score was 62.26 ± 5.92 (median: 62.0, range: 38.0-73.0).
• Age showed a statistically significant association with the level of physical activity (P=0.037).

Conclusions:

• Promoting physical activity is crucial globally due to its extensive health benefits for adults.
• Interventions should consider age-specific approaches to enhance physical activity in middle-aged populations.
• Further research into exercise habits can guide public health strategies for CVD prevention.