High levels of intense exercise may be unhealthy for the heart

Thursday, February 25, 2016 - 11:01 in Health & Medicine

There is growing evidence that high levels of intense exercise may be cardiotoxic and promote permanent structural changes in the heart, which can, in some individuals, predispose them to experience arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythm). A review explores current controversies and makes the case for investing in large prospective research studies into the effect of intense exercise on heart structure and function.

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