Adherence
Higher levels of leisure-time physical activity are consistently and positively associated with higher cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) in adults.
To improve your cardiorespiratory fitness, prioritize your leisure-time physical activity. This doesn't necessarily mean joining a gym; it includes any recreational exercise you do. The evidence shows that doing more of this activity consistently leads to better fitness levels, which is a strong predictor of long-term health.
multiple measures of leisure-time physical activity were independently and consistently associated with CRF.
Why this rating
Based on a systematic review of 78 studies using a semi-quantitative approach showing consistent positive associations.
Source
Correlates and Determinants of Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Adults: a Systematic Review
Johannes Zeiher et al. · Sports Medicine - Open · 2019
DOI 10.1186/s40798-019-0211-2
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