Prescription of Exercise for Health

Physical Activity Guidelines for Health

• World Health Organization• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Purpose of Exercise for Individuals with Hypokinetic Diseases

• To make the most of limited functional capacities

• To alleviate or provide relief from symptoms• To reduce the need for medication• To reduce the risk of disease reoccurrence

(secondary prevention)• To help overcome social problems and

psychological distress.• Used as treatment in short.

Potential Barriers to PA• Uncontrolled disease state (unstable angina,

poorly controlled diabetes, uncontrolled hypertension)

• Hazards of exercise (e.g. cycle and swimming accidents)

• Musculoskeletal injuries• Triggering other health issues (e.g. heart

attack, respiratory tract infections)