Demanding physical work associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease

Additional physical activity during leisure time in those who are already physically exhausted from their daily occupation does not induce a 'training' effect but rather an overloading effect on the cardiovascular system. Two studies presented suggest that demanding physical work has a detrimental effect on an individual's risk of coronary heart disease.  Read more  Topics: Cardiovascular Disease Prevention - Risk Assessment and Management
Source: ESC News and Press - Category: Cardiology Source Type: news