With heart disease, limitations can enter your life — especially in sports — because some types of exercises can do more harm than good when it comes to your health. However, it doesn’t mean that sitting and letting your body do nothing is an option here. In fact, a proper workout plan can help to support your heart and improve its functioning.
We at ViralSection have found some types of exercises that need to be removed from your routine if you have any heart ailments. In addition, we’ve found some extra tips on what can help to improve your heart health and keep you exercising. Make sure to save them so you don’t forget!
Exercises you shouldn’t do
Isometric exercises involve straining muscles against other muscles or a stable object. They include the following:
- Pushups and sit-ups
- Plank
- Glute bridge
Strength training increases lean muscle mass. This might increase blood pressure and limit oxygen in the blood. Such exercises include:
- Resistance bands
- Weight-lifting
Warning: Those who suffer from uncontrolled heart failure, uncontrolled rhythm problems, and severe aortic stenosis need to be careful with the physical activities that they perform.
Do these instead.
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- Flexibility stretching: Stretching doesn’t affect the heart’s health directly. Instead, it gives you better balance, a better ability to move, and improves your muscles and joint health. Flexibility exercises include stretching, yoga, and tai chi.
- Aerobic exercises: These can improve blood flow and the way your body uses oxygen. The main point here is to do them in moderation. These exercises can include fast-pace walking, low-impact water aerobics, light jogging, or biking.
Some extra tips
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- Always stay hydrated! Drink water even if you don’t feel thirsty, especially during hot days.
- Give your body a rest. Don’t overdo any activity and give yourself some time to recover between physical activities.
- Don’t do exercises outdoors when it’s too hot, cold, or humid. Extreme weather conditions can influence blood circulation in a bad way, making breathing difficult and even causing pain in the chest.
- Listen to your body: If you feel tired, uncomfortable, dizzy, short of breath, or extremely sweaty, it’s better to stop exercising and give yourself some rest.
- Consult with your doctor for an activity plan. Your doctor will take your specific health condition into account and will compose a special set of exercises that will be suitable for you.
How often do you train? Do you have extra tips or useful exercises for people with heart decease? Let’s share them in the comments!
