Heart health: Why women benefit more from physical exercise than men

The study found that women, on average, are less physically active and less likely to achieve recommended exercise goals. This is partly because many recommendations are based on data from men and are therefore not always realistic for women. The researchers therefore call for gender-specific, individualized treatment to prevent coronary heart disease.

Further studies are needed to examine the generalizability of the results to different population groups. Socioeconomically disadvantaged groups and minorities, in particular, are often the least physically active and have the poorest cardiovascular outcomes.

Overall, however, the study impressively demonstrates that gender-specific approaches to healthcare have already led to a 30 percent reduction in cardiovascular deaths among women. This success can be further expanded through further research and targeted prevention.