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Can't do high intensity exercise

kalisonh
kalisonh Posts: 6 Member
edited February 5 in Fitness and Exercise
I'm unable to do any high intensity exercise due to a heart condition that I have.

Does anyone else have a similar issue and/or anyone have any ideas about what sort of exercise is good for low intensity that I could do without having to visit the gym? Or any advise about successfully increasing fitness level without my heart rate going up too much.

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  • songdogshooter41
    songdogshooter41 Posts: 39 Member
    I really enjoy DDP Yoga, It is a type of yoga that with the aid of isometric/isokenetic movements builds your core strength, increases flexability, and really improves your life!

    What I really like about it, is the fact that during the exercices they remind you over and over, "if you need a break, take one!" "It's not about falling down seven times, it's about getting up eight!"

    Check it out on Youtube, there is also a group here on MFP for us DDP'ers. :)

    Good luck!
  • songdogshooter41
    songdogshooter41 Posts: 39 Member
    I would suggest getting a heart rate monitor, that way you can tell when your exerting yourself too much.
  • Jagreene62
    Jagreene62 Posts: 4,782 Member
    I LOVE Leslie Sansone...she has Walking DVDs. I think you can find her on cable exercise channels as well. All her workouts are able to be changed to fit the participants level. Low/High it's up to you. :drinker:
  • FranceyPants
    FranceyPants Posts: 98 Member
    Yeah as others have said I would focus on walking, yoga, pilates and swimming.

    If your heart is a problem get a heart rate monitor to make sure you're keeping your heart in check! <3
  • kalisonh
    kalisonh Posts: 6 Member
    Thanks for all the helpful hints - will definitely check out DDP Yoga - what does the DDP stand for?
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