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Can Exercise Be the Key to Heart Health for Women?
Published: Jan 19, 2024
Regular exercise is a powerful tool for managing coronary heart disease in women. Discover how the right fitness routine can transform heart health.
Exercise Benefits for Heart Health
Regular physical activity can lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and improve overall cardiovascular health. It's a natural way to boost your heart's strength and resilience, especially for women with CHD.
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Despite its benefits, women are often less referred to cardiac rehabilitation programs. These programs offer structured exercise plans and education to help women recover from heart events and improve their heart health sustainably.
Starting an Exercise Routine
Begin with moderate activities like walking or cycling for at least 150 minutes a week. Gradually increase intensity and duration as your fitness improves, keeping heart health as the ultimate goal.
Overcoming Barriers
Time, motivation, and lack of access can be barriers to regular exercise. Finding a supportive community or exercise buddy can make it easier to stay on track and reap the heart health benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
It lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, strengthening the heart.
It offers structured exercise and education to improve heart health.
Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity weekly.
Time, motivation, and access are common barriers.
Yes, regular exercise significantly reduces heart attack risk.
The Bottom Line
Consistent exercise is vital for women to maintain and improve heart health.
References
- Lavie CJ, Milani RV. Benefits of cardiac rehabilitation. Am J Cardiol 1997.
- Suaya JA, et al. Use of cardiac rehab. Circulation 2007.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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