There are increasingly more compelling results about the importance of physical activity to reduce the chances of cardiovascular diseases.
According to a study published by the Journal of the American Society of Cardiology and replicated by the Medical News Today site; The survey conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital established that people who met the recommended levels of physical activity had a 23% lower risk of heart disease.
The benefit was especially marked among those who also had depression.
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With these conclusions, the Medical News Today article explains that experts established that heart disease can develop from behaviors associated with depression or conditions linked to anxiety or stress. Given which, the physical exercise can influence favorably.
The conclusion of Dr. Ahmed Tawakol, one of the researchers and a cardiologist at the Cardiovascular Imaging Research Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, was compelling. For him, “the exercise allowed us to double the reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease among people with depression.
The survey included nearly 50,000 people. Among which, 774 participants took brain imaging tests to help measure stress-related brain activity.
What exercise to practice to protect the heart
The routine chosen for protect the heart It will depend on the physical state and conditions of each person.
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As general guidelines, the MedlinePlus site proposes to perform aerobic activities. Some possibilities: walking, swimming, gentle jogging or cycling.
The recommended frequency is three to four times a week, for half an hour. Always, with 5 minutes of stretching or a brief warm-up to prepare the muscles and heart.
It is worth remembering that these indications are indicative and do not replace medical consultation. A specialist will be in charge of putting together a specific routine, according to personal needs.
