Anxiety sensitivity and fear of exercise in patients attending cardiac rehabilitation

Conclusions Elevated anxiety sensitivity is common in patients enrolled in CR and is associated with greater fears of negative consequences from exercise, which was a medium-sized effect. Anxiety sensitivity may be an important clinical target in CR to decrease patients’ fear about bodily sensations to promote exercise engagement, and in turn, enhance CR outcomes.
Source: Mental Health and Physical Activity - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research