Physical Activity and Metabolic Syndrome

Sa？etak Metabolic Syndrome (MS) encompasses several disorders including abdominal obesity, arterial hypertension, hyperglycaemia and dyslipidaemia, and is closely related to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, liver steatosis, malignant diseases and dementia, which lead to higher mortality. Unfortunately, incidence of MS is continually increasing, not only in adults but also in children, which is in direct correlation with the sedentary lifestyle and high-calorie diet. Physical activity plays an important role in both prevention and treatment of MS as it affects underlying pathophysiological mechanisms of MS, especially insulin resistance (IR). Additionally, physical activity improves lipid profile, reduces arterial blood pressure and helps lose weight. Guidelines suggest at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise combined with strength training 2 ？ 3 times per week. Moreover, it is important to reduce sedentary time in early childhood