After a heart attack, what sports or exercises should I do to avoid the effects of the disease?

3 weeks ago, I was successfully treated for a myocardial infarction at Dong Nai General Hospital. Before, I used to jog, but now I am worried that it will affect my heart, so I do not plan to jog again after the illness. So what sports or exercises can I practice to ensure my health, without affecting the illness because I still like sports? I hope the doctor can advise!

(Mr. Hai Anh, residing in Trang Dai ward, Bien Hoa city)

Doctor replied:

Hello!

Regular exercise helps increase the ability to exchange, transport and use oxygen in the muscles and tissues of the body, thereby increasing the body's ability to respond to exertion. For people with cardiovascular problems, patients should see a doctor for specific instructions on an exercise regimen with an intensity appropriate to their condition.

In your case, you can walk, swim, and cycle lightly, suitable for your health condition, without overexerting yourself. The important thing in exercising is not to exercise a lot, to the fullest, but to maintain a regular, systematic, and appropriate exercise routine that is suitable for your physical condition. While exercising, if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, vertigo, muscle and bone pain, or any other unusual symptoms, you should stop exercising immediately. If the symptoms do not improve, you should see a doctor!

Wish you good health!

Master Nguyen Nhu Giao,

Head of Rehabilitation Department, Dong Nai General Hospital

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