3 research outputs found
Menstrual cycle, contraception, and performance
Physiologie menstruelle normale : action des hormones sexuelles, oestrogènes, progestérone. Cycle menstruel et performance sportive de l'athlète féminine : variables cardiovasculaires, respiratoires, régulation thermique, métabolisme énergétique. Effet de la prise de contraceptifs oraux (la pilule contraceptive et ses différents dosages)
Physical activity prescription : a critical opportunity to address a modifiable risk factor for the prevention and management of chronic disease : a position statement by the Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine
Non-communicable disease is a leading threat to global
health. Physical inactivity is a large contributor to this
problem; in fact, the WHO ranks it as the fourth leading
risk factor for overall morbidity and mortality worldwide.
In Canada, at least 4 of 5 adults do not meet the
Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines of 150 min of
moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per week.
Physicians play an important role in the dissemination of
physical activity (PA) recommendations to a broad
segment of the population, as over 80% of Canadians
visit their doctors every year and prefer to get health
information directly from them. Unfortunately, most
physicians do not regularly assess or prescribe PA as part
of routine care, and even when discussed, few provide
specific recommendations. PA prescription has the
potential to be an important therapeutic agent for all
ages in primary, secondary and tertiary prevention of
chronic disease. Sport and exercise medicine (SEM)
physicians are particularly well suited for this role and
should collaborate with their primary care colleagues for
optimal patient care. The purpose of this Canadian
Academy and Sport and Exercise Medicine position
statement is to provide an evidence-based, best practices
summary to better equip SEM and primary care
physicians to prescribe PA and exercise, specifically for
the prevention and management of non-communicable
disease. This will be achieved by addressing common
questions and perceived barriers in the field