Diana Kohnle
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
(HealthDay News) -- Having a heart attack shouldn't put an end to an active lifestyle.
The American Heart Association offers these guidelines for when you resume exercise:
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Exercise only if your doctor says it's safe.
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Begin each workout with a gentle warm-up and end with a cool-down.
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Monitor the intensity of your activity, making sure it's within the recommended range.
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Monitor your heart rate and blood pressure.
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Be aware of warning signs that you're pushing yourself too hard, including chest pain, lightheadedness or feeling out of breath.
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