| Abstract: | Examined relationships between a variety of exercise and fitness-related variables and heart rate recovery from a mental stressor. 108 women (mean age 26.4 yrs) participated in 2 laboratory sessions. In the 1st session, exercise and fitness measures were taken. In the 2nd session, Ss completed health and stress-related questionnaires, and heart rate recovery from a serial subtraction task was measured. Faster heart rate recovery was significantly correlated with several fitness indices including {v}{o}?Max, self-reported fitness level, and level of activity in sports. However, faster heart rate recovery was not associated with improved health or mood, or lower general life stress; benefits in these areas were related to higher levels of fitness and exercise. (French abstract) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
