Integrating Exercise Into Lifestyle of Cardiac Outpatients

During each session, physical parameters are measured and data on medical history and physical activity are collected. To assess cardiorespiratory fitness, all patients complete a submaximal, moderate, and perceptually regulated treadmill walking test (1k-TWT). Patients unable to complete the test at a walking speed ≥ 3.0 km/h perform the test over 500m or 200m.

Patients receive recommendations for risk factor management as well as continuous motivational counselling in order to develop and maintain a stable active lifestyle.