Physical Activity and Hemostatic and Inflammatory Variables in Elderly Men

Background — Physical activity is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease, but the mechanisms are uncertain. Hemostatic and inflammatory markers have been linked with risk of cardiovascular disease. We therefore examined the relationship between physical activity and hemostatic and inflammatory variables. Methods and Results — In 1998 to 2000, 20 years after the initial screening of 7735 men 40 to 59 years old from general practices...