Introduction
Physical exercise is recommended by health professionals for the prevention of cardiovascular events; for it is important that practitioners follow recommendations of qualified professionals.
Objectives
To analyze the cardiovascular risks and the physical exercise of regulars of a municipal public park.
Materials and methods
110 regulars of a municipal public park were evaluated by questionnaire and physical examination, 60 men and 50 women with a mean age of 48.8 ± 11.76 years. Cardiovascular risk was classified according to the American Table and physical activity following the recommendations of the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association.
Results
Regarding the classification of cardiovascular risk, 54% of the studied population presented potential risk and 31% moderate. As for physical exercise, 58% were considered inactive, 14% active and 28% were very active. 90% received no professional guidelines.
Conclusion
The public park goers have cardiovascular risk and do exercise without individualized guidance.
Risk factors; Cardiovascular diseases; Physical activity; Walking
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