Is the ventilatory threshold coincident with maximal fat oxidation during submaximal exercise in women?
The finding that a relatively heavy work rate elicits the highest rate of fat oxidation in an active, female population has application in exercise prescription and refutes the belief that low-intensity exercise is preferred for fat metabolism.
COPD with symptoms of depression report more dyspnea. Anxiety and depression are associated with poor clinical control without impact on breathing pattern and thoracoabdominal mechanics in COPD.