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Home > Heart & Vascular Center > Fitness for a Healthier Heart
Fitness for a Healthier Heart

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Developing an exercise program that is right for you is strongly recommended to maintain a healthy heart.  Even exercising for as little as 30 minutes three days a week could improve your heart health and reduce your risk of heart disease.  It’s important to consult your doctor before you start any exercise plan

Exercise Tips
Here are a few tips to help you get started, and stick with it:

double arrow bullet Start slowly and build up gradually

double arrow bullet Make your goal realistic and specific
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Begin at the speed and distance where you feel comfortable.
    blue arrow small bullet Each week increase the time you exercise by 10%

double arrow bullet Spread your workouts over the week, allowing at least one rest day in between

double arrow bullet Pick activities you enjoy

double arrow bullet Many local fitness centers offer evaluations followed by exercise programs designed specifically for you. The MUSC Wellness Center can also provide such evaluations, upon referral by your physician. The fitness assessment includes a health questionnaire and tests of cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, endurance, flexibility and body composition. Results are used to make fitness program recommendations.

Page last updated: 04/25/07
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