Ask the doctor: Why do I get chest pain when I don't warm up before exercising?
Ask the doctor
The best message for people with coronary artery disease is to do just what you are doing: warm up before exercising so you can get in a good long walk at a moderate pace. This allows you to reap the many benefits of exercise without having to deal with chest pain.
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