CRP and heart disorder: Previous studies have revealed that ET in men with cardiac diseases induces a significant increase in exercise capacity.9, 10 However, there are a few published data on the effect of CRP in women exercise capacity.11 In addition, older age, lower exercise levels and reduced functional capacity or co-morbid conditions are barriers to physical activities in women with ischaemic heart disease.12 On the other hands, rate pressure product (RPP) is a major determinant of cardiac oxygen consumption.