Boost Your Heart Health with Regular Movement

As we age, maintaining a healthy heart becomes increasingly important. Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, and the risk increases with age. However, regular movement and exercise can significantly reduce this risk and promote a healthier, more vibrant life. Here’s an in-depth look at how staying active can benefit your heart and some practical ways to incorporate cardiovascular exercise into your daily routine.

The Benefits of Cardiovascular Exercise

1. Strengthens the Heart Muscle

Regular cardio exercises, such as walking, swimming, and cycling, strengthen the heart muscle. A stronger heart pumps blood more efficiently, reducing the strain on this vital organ and lowering blood pressure.  Join me over on my YOUTUBE Channel for my easy to follow, fun workouts!

2. Improves Circulation

Engaging in cardiovascular activities enhances blood circulation throughout the body. Improved circulation means more oxygen...

Healthy Heart and Blood Pressure FAQ 

One good way to determine how healthy you are is to assess your heart health. Although there are many factors that can contribute to a healthy heart, the most important areas you can easily measure yourself are your resting heart rate and your resting/active blood pressure.

What is resting heart rate?

When you’re resting, count how many times your heart beats in a minute. Resting could be standing, sitting, or lying down. The most important factor to consider is that you are not engaging in exercise, as this would raise the heart rate.

What should my resting heart rate be?

Most healthy adults will have a resting heart rate of 60-100 beats per minute (BPM).

Generally, the lower the number of beats the more efficient the heart is at pumping blood. For example, elite athletes have been shown to have resting heart rates around 40 BPM.

What is blood pressure?

Blood pressure is the amount of strength at which the heart pumps blood throu...