An NP's guide to current physical activity recommendations. Issue 9 (September 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hudson, Geoffrey M.; Hauff, Caitlyn; Hayes, Katey; Fruh, Sharon
• Is Part Of: Nurse practitioner. Volume 45:Issue 9(2020:Sep.)
• Publication Date: 2020-09
• Subjects: exercise -- obesity prevention -- physical activity -- prolonged sitting -- sedentary time; Nursing -- Periodicals; Nurse practitioners -- Periodicals; 610.73
• DOI: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000694708.74213.53
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0361-1817

Abstract

Abstract : Abstract: Physical inactivity is a public health crisis that contributes to many of the chronic diseases that affect Americans. This review emphasizes the beneficial health implications of physical activity along with the dangers of sedentary lifestyles. It also provides advice tailored to NPs to help their patients become more physically active. Abstract : Physical inactivity is a public health crisis that contributes to many of the chronic diseases that affect Americans. This review emphasizes the beneficial health implications of physical activity along with the dangers of sedentary lifestyles. It also provides advice tailored to NPs to help their patients become more physically active.