In coronary heart disease (CHD) arteries that provide the heart with oxygen become narrowed. This can place increased demands on the heart. Consequences of this can include angina and heart attack.



Exercise is the next component of a hearth healthy life and this is a component that is difficult for many people. You should check with your doctor at Kankakee healthcare prior to engaging in any exercise regimen and to also plan an appropriate exercise program.

By engaging in regular endurance exercise the heart becomes stronger and is therefore able to pump more blood throughout the body with each beat.

What are some aerobic exercises that I can do?

The types of exercises a person can try are endless. From running, jogging, and strolling to swimming, skipping, and inline skating, the choices are endless.

High and low intensity exercises that work to burn off body fat, which can be harmful for the efficient functioning of the heart and even cause the arteries to clog up with excess fat leading to serious complications and much discomfort, pain and expenses that can well be avoided simply by healthy levels of cardio exercise.

Exercise can help control blood lipid abnormalities, diabetes and obesity. In addition, aerobic exercise adds independent blood pressure lowering effect in certain hypertensive groups.