Sedentary behaviour in cardiovascular disease patients: Risk group identification and the impact of cardiac rehabilitation

BackgroundSedentary behaviour (SB) is potentially an important target to improve cardiovascular health. This study 1) compared SB between disease (CVD) patients and age-matched controls, 2) identified characteristics associated with high levels, 3) determined the impact of contemporary cardiac rehabilitation (CR) on SB.MethodsFor objective 1, we recruited 131 CVD 117 controls. All participants were asked about their general medical history. was assessed by accelerometer (activPAL3 micro). For 2, 2584 fill in a questionnaire characteristics, lifestyle, history SB. 3, followed over time measured, pre-, directly post- 2 months post-CR.ResultsObjective 1. spent 10.4 h/day (Q25 9.5; Q75 11.2) sedentary which higher healthy controls (9.4 [Q25 8.4; 10.29]). Objective 2. being male, single or divorced, employed, physically inactive, reporting alcohol consumption, living urban environment, having comorbidities anxiety demonstrated greater odds for large amounts 3. The CR program significantly reduced (?0.4 [95%CI -0.7; ?0.1]), remained lower at 2-months post-CR (?0.3 -0.6; ?0.03]).ConclusionsCVD had objectively measured Sedentarism personal- lifestyle comorbidities. Participation slightly time, but tailored interventions are needed patients.