Trends and Costs Associated With Suboptimal Physical Activity Among US Women With Cardiovascular Disease

Importance

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death and disability among women. Achievement of recommended physical activity (PA) levels is an essential component of CVD management.

Objective

To describe trends, sociodemographic factors, and health care expenditures associated with suboptimal PA among a nationally representative sample of US women with CVD.

Design, Setting, and Participants

This...