Exercise promotion in primary care

摘要

Physical activity levels have been decreasing significantly for at least 50 years as advances in technology have allowed our lives to become more sedentary. Physical inactivity is a known risk factor for many diseases and regular exercise is known to have significant benefits. Promotion of physical activity by doctors can be limited, often by time and lack of knowledge. Additionally, practitioners’ own participation has a significant effect on both exercise promotion and ability to provide a credible role model.