| Once again it?s a friendly reminder from your Vancouver personal trainer that February is Heart month! I?m sure you?ve been reading numerous articles relating to this, including my omega 3 blog from last week, but today my focus is on exercise! Leading a sedentary lifestyle is one of the top risk factors for heart disease. That being said, it is also one of the easiest hazards to solve. Regular exercise, especially aerobic (cardiovascular), will have a hugely positive impact on your heart health. By strengthening our heart and cardiovascular system you will:
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Now I think you will agree that these above mentioned benefits are quite obvious. You don?t have to be a cardiologist to figure them out. You do, however, have to be responsible for actually becoming active so you can begin acquiring these amazing heart healthy profits. If you are new to an exercise regime, don?t be intimidated.
Here are some tips from your Vancouver personal trainer for you to follow and help you get started:
- Always ensure that you receive consent from your doctor beforehand if you have any concerns about making exercise a new part of your lifestyle.
- Hire a Vancouver personal trainer to guarantee that your new exercise program is completely safe and appropriate for your fitness level.
- Work your way up to 20-30 minutes of cardiovascular activity at least 3-4x/ week.
- Though aerobic exercise has the most significant influence on heart health, don?t completely neglect the other components of fitness (strength training, flexibility and body composition (which includes % of body fat/nutrition).
- Always make sure you warm up and cool down appropriately. See these heart healthy exercise tips.
If your doctor has any concerns regarding your health or you have a pre-existing heart ailment, these additional tips should be followed diligently:
- Constantly monitor your heart rate either by using the RPE scale (rate of perceived exertion) and not allowing your level to exceed 3-5, or wear a heart rate monitor while exercising.
- Keep your pace relatively slow and always balance your program with work/rest phases.
- Avoid isometric exercises, which may increase your blood pressure.
- Avoid exercising outdoors during extreme hot/cold weather. This could interfere with your circulation and impede your breathing.
- Stay hydrated at all times.
- Finally STOP if:
- You feel over fatigued or short of breath.
- You have a rapid or irregular heartbeat or palpitations.
- You experience chest pain, dizziness or feel weak. (You must discuss these symptoms with your doctor or Vancouver personal trainer!)
Anybody can get heart smart with regular exercise. Why wouldn?t you want to change your lifestyle ever so slightly so you can live happier, healthier and longer? If you haven?t begun celebrating heart month yet, there is truly no time like the present. Contact us at mfit.ca if you need some guidance. Make it a commitment for February and every month/year to come!
 | About Cassandra: My passion for health and fitness, coupled with my teaching background, led me to becoming a personal trainer. I strongly believe in the necessity for an active, fitness oriented lifestyle which encompasses a balance of cardio, strength, flexibility and recreation and this has undoubtedly had an impact throughout my lifetime. It gives me great satisfaction to pass along my knowledge and enthusiasm with the highest standard of service, safety and professionalism to all those who want to adopt a lifestyle of physical and mental health and wellness. To book your appointment with Cassandra call us at 604.732.4884 or email us today! |
Source: http://www.mypersonaltrainervancouver.com/vancouver-personal-trainer-heart-health-exercise-tips/
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