The impact of weight reduction and regular physical activity on lipid profile: a case report of an active senior
Authors:
P. Vítovský
Published in:
Prakt. Lék. 2026; 106(3): 131-132
Category:
Case Report
Overview
A case report of a 69-year-old physically active male in whom a temporary reduction in physical activity and an increase in body weight led to a deterioration of the lipid profile. After subsequent weight loss (−5.6 kg) and restoration of regular running activity, a significant improvement in lipid parameters was observed, particularly a reduction in LDL cholesterol by approximately 30%, without pharmacological intervention.
Keywords:
senior – Physical activity – dyslipidaemia – LDL-cholesterol – weight reduction
Sources
1. Mach F, Koskinas KC, Roeters van Lennep JE, et al. 2025 Focused Update of the 2019 ESC/EAS Guidelines for the management of dyslipidaemias. Eur Heart J. 2025; 46(42): 4359–4378.
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