The insufficiency of recreational exercises in improving cardiovascular fitness: an investigation of ventricular systolic and diastolic parameters and left atrial mechanical functions

Abstract Aim This study aimed to compare the left ventricular (LV) systolic and diastolic parameters and left atrial (LA) mechanical functions of individuals engaging in recreational sports and resistance exercises on a weekly basis. Methods A total of 43 male amateur athletes were included in this...

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Published in:	BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Main Authors:	Alkame Akgümüş, Ahmet Kurtoğlu, Engin Aydın, Ahmet Balun, Bekir Çar, Özgür Eken, Monira I. Aldhahi
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2023-10-01
Subjects:	Athletics Recreation Sports Electrocardiography Atrial mechanical functions Ventricular function
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-023-03508-0