Exercise Training in High-Risk Populations: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association
Recommendations
As issued by the authors
Increased barriers to participation in exercise training at multiple levels
Low baseline cardiorespiratory fitness, creating heightened need for exercise interventions
Modified exercise prescription, often emphasizing strength, balance and flexibility besides aerobic training, with enhanced supervision and specialized equipment as needed
Functional and quality-of-life gains with appropriately designed programs that match or exceed those in more traditional populations
Original publication
Exercise Training in High-Risk Populations: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association. Circulation. Published 9 July 2026. doi:10.
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