Heart Disease: Is There a Gender Divide?
- Resource Type
- Article
- Authors
- Muth, Natalie Digate
- Source
- IDEA Fitness Journal; Nov/Dec2007, Vol. 4 Issue 10, p44-53, 10p
- Subject
- Language
- ISSN
- 1548419X
The article explains how cardiovascular disease (CVD) develops in women and how the condition differs in women as opposed to men. It the discusses how to identify the risk factors and signs and symptoms in women. It offers an advise for fitness professionals on how to understand and apply the recommendations and lifestyle modifications that will benefit their female clients. It will also provide practical tips and recommendations to empower fitness trainers to take action within their scope of practice.