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Preferred term
j-curve model of infection and exercise
Definition
- People who exercise regularly report fewer colds than their sedentary peers. Numerous surveys of fitness enthusiasts, runners, and masters athletes indicate that between 60% and 90% feel that they experience fewer colds than their sedentary peers. [Source: Encyclopedia of Lifestyle Medicine & Health; J-Curve Model of Infection and Exercise]
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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/j-curve_model_of_infection_and_exercise
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