LIFE AFTER A HEART ATTACK: HOW MUCH SHOULD I REST ONCE I START WORKING? WHAT SORT OF EXERCISES CAN I DO ONCE I AM FULLY BACK TO MY NORMAL LIFE?

HOW MUCH SHOULD I REST ONCE I START WORKING?

A reasonable amount of rest is necessary. But exercise, recreation and social activities are as good for you as for anybody else. In fact, if you were sedentary before the heart attack, you will need to have more exercise after your heart attack than before!

Getting a good night's sleep is important for everyone, especially so for someone who has recently had a heart attack. Additionally, a small nap during the day may help. It is important for you to realise that you should rest before you become too tired. If you have a sensible approach to rest, you will find that you have ample energy for both work and leisure.

WHAT SORT OF EXERCISES CAN I DO ONCE I AM FULLY BACK TO MY NORMAL LIFE?

People have even run marathons and climbed mountains after a heart attack. However, almost everyone can take walks, swim, play games and enjoy other sports without any trouble. Exercise is healthy and highly recommended for patients after a heart attack.

However, don't start strenuous exercises before talking to your cardiologist. He might wish to give you a stress test to determine how much exercise is appropriate for you. Furthermore, if you have had a large heart attack, you might need to undergo your initial exercises in a cardiac rehabilitation program. Your cardiologist will guide you in this matter.

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