Discover the truth behind common myths
You may think you know all there is to know about your heart and exercise. But myths abound about how much — and what kind of — physical activity you need. Here, Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Director Erik Van Iterson, PhD, shares 22 key facts about heart-healthy exercise:
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Chair exercises can help people age 65+ retain independence
Both are needed for a healthy body
Counteract psoas muscle stiffness and soreness with stretches that lengthen and strengthen
It may be OK, depending on your health, fitness level and type of exercise
Simple exercises like wall angels and pelvic tilts can help keep your body in an optimal position — and help undo years of improper posture habits
Losing belly fat can reduce your risk for chronic health conditions — try focusing on a diet high in lean protein, exercising regularly, reducing stress and getting quality ZZZs
It’s best to exercise before or after your fast, instead of during it
Absolutely! In fact, in many ways, exercise is key to recovery
Your metabolism may torch 1,300 to 2,000 calories daily with no activity
A gentle touch in all the right places may help drain your sinuses