Walk often, walk far
Signing up for, and sticking with, a cardiac rehabilitation program is one of the best things you can do for an ailing heart. These structured programs include exercise; psychological and social support; and efforts to reduce risks such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and a less-than-healthy diet. A good program can strengthen your heart and lungs, improve circulation, cut your chances of having another heart attack or stroke, and generally get you back to normal — or better. It may even add a few years to your life.
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