February is American Heart Month, a time for all of us to ask: What am I doing for my heart? Fortunately, you don’t have to run 10 miles a day to make a difference.
Researchers in California found that moderate-intensity walkers enjoyed similar cardiovascular benefits to vigorous-intensity runners. Both groups nearly equally reduced their risk for hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.
Try walking 20 minutes each day — 10 minutes at lunch and 10 after work. You might be surprised how easy it is to build a healthier heart.
Are you at risk for heart disease? Ask your doctor to assess your heart health and develop an exercise plan that fits your goals. Don’t have physician? Tennova Medical Group is here to help. Our family practice office located on Tiny Town Road welcomes new patients. Call 931-502-2423 or visit TennovaMedicalGroup.com. Ask about our same- and next-day appointments. Patients of all ages welcome!
This publication in no way seeks to diagnose or treat illness or to serve as a substitute for professional medical care.