Running with heart failure

279270
279270 Posts: 62 Member
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Does anyone have or had heart failure? If so do you walk run etc !
Just trying to find like minded people !!

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  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    No, but I have friends and relatives who have. My father in law had congestive heart failure and was too sick to walk or run. My friend after his heart attack followed his doctor's instructions to the letter and walked on the treadmill every morning. Follow your doctor's instructions to the letter.
  • 279270
    279270 Posts: 62 Member
    Thanks I get out and walk briskly with small 30 second runs plus I need to get some weight off
  • T0M_K
    T0M_K Posts: 7,526 Member
    My brother just celebrated his 2nd year with a new heart. he has a fitbit and we share our data. He continually puts me to shame! Just do as your doctor suggests!
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    You will lose weight chiefly through diet. My friend who had the heart attack would make himself a large salad every morning, and have it ready for lunch and dinner.

    Only run if cleared by your doctor.

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