Physiology of Exercise and Its Importance During COVID-19 Pandemic
Bağcılar Tıp Bülteni, cilt.7, sa.2, ss.85-89, 2022 (Hakemli Dergi)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Derleme
- Cilt numarası: 7 Sayı: 2
- Basım Tarihi: 2022
- Doi Numarası: 10.4274/bmb.galenos.2022
- Dergi Adı: Bağcılar Tıp Bülteni
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.85-89
- İstanbul Üniversitesi-Cerrahpaşa Adresli: Evet
Özet
Physical activity is important in the prevention and treatment of Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19). There is a strong relationship between increased physical activity and improved general health during COVID-19 pandemic. Moderate aerobic exercises may be more beneficial than the exhausting exercises due to the post-COVID-19 syndromes or long-COVID. Regular program of aerobic exercise for 20-60 minutes in the form of cycling or walking with an intensity of moderate in repeated 2-3 sessions/week could safely enhance immune functions. The aim of this review is to highlight the recommendation to support exercise activities in the post COVID-19 period.