Physical Inactivity from the Viewpoint of Evolutionary Medicine

Physical Inactivity from the Viewpoint of Evolutionary Medicine

Activity patterns of recent Homo sapiens are characterized by a sedentary life style and consequently by exercise deficiency. This lack of physical activity increases the risk of various chronic non-communicable diseases and reduces health related quality of life. From the perspective of evolutionar...

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Main Author:	Sylvia Kirchengast
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2014-06-01
Series:	Sports
Subjects:	physical activity sports evolutionary medicine sedentary life style health risks
Online Access:	http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4663/2/2/34

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