Exercise prescription. Not just for cardiac patients.

Exercise can be prescribed for many patients depending on the type, frequency, duration, and intensity of the activity. The patient's interests and goals must be balanced with the fitness profile. For maximum benefit, exercise should be performed regularly--three times per week on an every-other-day basis, with each training session lasting 35 to 45 minutes. Contraindications to exercise depend on the type of activity and the health status of the participant.