Abstract
Design of a Theory-Based Yoga Intervention to Promote Cardiovascular Health in Older Adults
Highlights
Cardiovascular disease (CVD), a broad diagnostic category encompassing hypertension, atherosclerosis, heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, and stroke, is the leading cause of mortality in the United States and worldwide [1,2]
Despite knowledge of the health factors and behaviors contributing to cardiovascular health, the challenge of promoting sustained lifestyle change to reduce CVD risk remains unmet
As the population ages and the burden of CVD grows, there is a critical need for innovative approaches to cardiovascular health promotion among older adults
Summary
Cardiovascular disease (CVD), a broad diagnostic category encompassing hypertension, atherosclerosis, heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, and stroke, is the leading cause of mortality in the United States and worldwide [1,2]. To promote cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of CVD, the American Heart Association (AHA) endorses key health factors and behaviors, including: (a) maintaining a healthy blood pressure, (b) maintaining a healthy lipid profile, (c) maintaining a healthy blood glucose level, (d) maintaining a healthy body mass index, (e) engaging in physical activity, (f) consuming a healthy diet, and (g) avoiding tobacco use [5]. Despite knowledge of the health factors and behaviors contributing to cardiovascular health, the challenge of promoting sustained lifestyle change to reduce CVD risk remains unmet. As the population ages and the burden of CVD grows, there is a critical need for innovative approaches to cardiovascular health promotion among older adults
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