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Risk factors and etiology of most common chronic cardiovascular, metabolic and respiratory diseases:
• Prevalence and incidence
• Risk factors
• Mechanisms
• Indications and contraindications for different conditions
• Basic guidelines for physical activity of people with chronic diseases

Short- and long-term responses to exercise:
• Responses and adaptations of cardiovascular system
• Responses and adaptations of respiratory system
• Hormonal responses

Exercise as a preventive method:
• Exercise for preserving cardiovascular health
• Exercise for preserving respiratory function and lung capacity
• Exercise for prevention of diabetes and hypercholesterolemia
• The role of aerobic exercise as a preventive measure
• The role of strength training as a preventive measure
• The role of other exercise types as a preventive measure

Exercise for health promotion and raising physical ability designed for cardiorespiratory patients, excluding acute states:
• Angina pectoris (stable)
• Heart failure
• Heart rhythm disorders
• Heart valves diseases
• Deep vein thrombosis

Exercise for health promotion and raising physical ability designed in people with:
• Chronic obstructive diseases
• Asthma
• Asbestosis
• Cystic fibrosis

Exercise for health promotion and raising physical ability in people with:
• Diabetes
• Metabolic syndrome and Obesity
• Urinary tract issues
• Colorectal tract issues
• Endocrine disturbances

Communication with other healthcare professionals:
• Collaborating with doctors to determine appropriate intensity and volume of exercise
• Contraindications for exercise

Evaluating the status of the patient:
• Assessing the initial status with special functional tests
• Tracking the progress and adjusting the exercise accordingly