Hard exercise is not an invitation to attack or other episodes of heart disease, how long is it appropriate to exercise, not if people exercise too much in the prime of youth? Isn't the obsession with weightloss or looking slim-trim putting pressure on your heart? Find out the answers to these questions.




How long should you exercise?

First, you should note that no one is claiming that all deaths of Celebrities' were due to exercise. But some questions arise as it is related to working out somewhere. The first question is this. So if you are older, do moderate exercise for two and a half hours a week. It includes brisk walking, cycling, weight training, yoga, stretching. Even 1 hour of exercise per day is sufficient for children and youth. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, physical activity can help you maintain a healthy weight and lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.

According to research published in the National Library of Medicine, these high intensity exercises can cause problems of cardiac arrest in people suffering from heart diseases and have a high risk of death. The possibility of increasing the risk of heart rhythm disorders cannot be ruled out.

If you are starting the gym or going to do something that will put a lot of stress on your body, you should get some tests done. It has a TMT (treadmill test) which helps you understand exactly how your heart is doing. Currently, CT angiography is also done by many people's and it shows whether you have 40 to 50 percent blockage in your heart. So the advice is to consult a doctor once before starting any vigorous exercise to know your heart condition.

Many people stop working out and start working out again months or years later. Such people should also undergo the heart tests mentioned above. Apart from this, it is very important for diabetic patients and women to get it checked. Because many studies have revealed that they may be more prone to heavy workouts. So it is better to take care in time!

Note: This is general information and please consult your doctor or physio for the accurate information for yourself.