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Body mass index-independent effect of fitness and physical activity for all-cause mortality.

Pedersen BK

The Centre of Inflammation and Metabolism, Department of Infectious Diseases, Rigshospitalet, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark. bkp@rh.dk

Both obesity and physical inactivity are associated with chronic disease and premature mortality. A review of the literature has shown that both objectively measured level of physical fitness and self-reported physical activity have a prognostic value for all-cause mortality, independently of body mass index. Furthermore, there is evidence for a dose-response effect of physical activity. In conclusion, regular exercise has health-promoting effects, which are beyond its effect on weight control.

Published 15 May 2007 in Scand J Med Sci Sports, 17(3): 196-204.
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