Stay Fit with AFib: Safe Exercise Tips from a Sports Cardiologist | atrial fibrillation, heart health, heart monitoring devices, Zio Patch, Apple Watch, arrhythmias
Can you exercise with AFib? Know someone with AFib—maybe a parent or loved one—who wants to stay active but isn’t sure how? In this episode, Dr. Sean Swearingen, sports cardiologist, breaks down exactly how you can stay active while managing atrial fibrillation, without putting your heart at risk. Whether you’re new to AFib or just looking to get back into exercise, you’ll get expert advice on safe workouts, heart health monitoring, and when to reach out to your cardiologist.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- Exercising with AFib: Why staying active is crucial for your heart, and how to safely incorporate exercise into your routine if you have AFib.
- How to Start Safely: Starting or returning to exercise after an AFib diagnosis? Dr. Swearingen shares the best tips for building up your fitness gradually and safely.
- Heart Rate Monitoring: The best tools to track your heart health during workouts, including the Zio Patch and Apple Watch, to make sure your AFib stays under control.
- When to Consult Your Cardiologist: How to know when it’s time to check in with your cardiologist, and how to get personalized advice on exercising with AFib.
- The Role of Sports Cardiology: Why seeing a sports cardiologist can be a game-changer for safely managing AFib while staying fit.
Who Should Listen:
- Anyone living with, or knows someone living with, AFib who wants to get back into exercise safely.
- People interested in sports cardiology and how it can help you stay active with heart conditions.
- Anyone who wants to learn to have a healthier heart
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- Rush University Sports Cardiology: Learn more about Dr. Swearingen’s sports cardiology practice here.
- Apple Watch: A great tool for tracking heart rate and rhythm during exercise. Find out more here.
- Zio Patch: Continuous heart monitoring for those with AFib. Learn more here.
- American Heart Association: Exercise tips and guidelines for those with heart conditions. Check out their recommendations here.
Why You Should Listen: If you’ve been diagnosed with AFib, you’re not alone. But that doesn’t mean you have to stop being active. Dr. Swearingen gives you the expert advice you need to stay safe, stay fit, and stay healthy with AFib. Don’t miss out—tune in now!
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