Effectiveness of physical activity promotion in blood pressure and blood sugar reduction: a community-based intervention study in rural south India.

Context: Physical activity of moderate intensity for 30 minutes a day, on most days substantially reduces the risk of many chronic diseases.

Aim: To assess the effect of regular physical activity on blood pressure and blood sugar levels in a rural Indian community

Settings And Design: This community-based study was carried out in Periakattupalayam and Rangareddipalayam in south India, with 485 subjects, aged 20 to 49 years.

Materials And Methods: THE STUDY WAS DONE IN FIVE PHASES: Awareness campaign, baseline assessment of participants, intervention phase (10 weeks), interim, and final assessment.