Get Active with Heart Healthy Exercise at 10GYM
Did you know that exercise is one of the best things you can do for your heart? In fact, the American Heart Association reports that exercise helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and colon cancer.
If you’re not currently active, now is a great time to start!
At our gyms in Oklahoma and Arkansas, we believe in the many benefits of exercise for your heart. Here are a few ideas on how to get started, so you can begin enjoying the benefits yourself.
Heart Healthy Benefits of Exercise
Regular exercise strengthens your heart muscle, helping it to pump oxygen-filled blood throughout your body more efficiently. Consistent exercise also helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, both of which can lead to heart disease. And thanks to the release of endorphins as you exercise, workouts also produce feelings of exhilaration, accomplishment – and reduced stress!
If you’re not used to exercising, it’s important to start slowly and build up gradually. Walking is a great way to start, and you can gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts as you get more fit. Cardio training at our Oklahoma and Arkansas gyms is easy to achieve with our wide range of equipment like treadmills, indoor bikes, and rowers.
Not a fan of working out solo? Our fitness centers offer group exercise options too, with sessions that range from low-intensity and relaxing yoga to the energizing dance party of Zumba!
So, there you have it. Exercise is not only good for your overall health, but it’s definitely good for your heart. If you’re not currently active, we encourage you to take it easy, find an exercise you enjoy, and gradually increase your activity level. And if you need help getting started, personal training at 10GYM is an excellent option to help you define your goals and develop a plan to achieve them.
Get moving and start reaping the benefits today. Not only are you promoting your own heart health, but you’ll also find you have more energy, you’ll sleep better, and you may even lose weight!
