Physical Activity, Exercise and Health: Clinical Management and Research

Dear Colleagues,

Recent research on the impact of physical activity and exercise on health has progressed beyond traditional disease prevention, now focusing on their use as therapeutic tools in clinical settings. For instance, personalized exercise prescriptions for patients with chronic conditions are gaining attention for symptom relief and recovery support. Studies have shown that exercise is effective in managing a range of conditions, including cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Moreover, the positive effects of physical activity on mental health are increasingly recognized, with integrated treatment models that incorporate exercise becoming more prevalent.

However, clear guidelines on how to effectively apply these findings in clinical practice remain lacking. More research is needed on exercise prescription models tailored to diverse patient populations, as well as interdisciplinary approaches that combine exercise with other therapeutic methods. Additionally, follow-up studies are necessary to confirm the long-term health benefits of these interventions, and further exploration is required to understand how physical activity and exercise can inform public health policies.

This Special Issue invites studies on new exercise interventions and prescription programs designed for clinical populations, physical activity and health programs for women and the elderly, and interdisciplinary research that integrates exercise science with related fields, with the goal of providing practical benefits for both healthcare professionals and patients.

Prof. Dr. Do-yeon Kim
Dr. Dae Yun Seo
Dr. Ju-yong Bae
Guest Editors

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