This February, Exercise Physiologist Hannah Jenkins Lee and Registered Nurse Katie Lee with Burke Health’s Cardiovascular Rehabilitation offer five heart healthy tips to our community:
- Maintain a Heart Healthy Diet
- Include lean proteins such as fish, chicken, and turkey, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy in your diet.
- Limit trans fats, saturated fats, sodium, and added sugars.
- Exercise Regularly
- Aim for at least 150 minutes of aerobic activity per week such as walking, riding a bike, or swimming.
- Strength training can also be a great addition to your routine.
- Manage Stress
- Practice stress-reduction techniques such as meditating, listening to music, doing yoga, and deep breathing.
- Getting adequate sleep is also important to support overall well-being.
- Have Regular Check-ups
- It is important to see a health care provider regularly to monitor overall health as well as assess your risk factors for heart disease.
- Monitor Your Blood Pressure
- Check your blood pressure frequently, and if needed, consult with your health care provider for treatment options.
Burke Health Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Center is a medically supervised, referral-based exercise program that is tailored to individuals who have experienced a recent cardiac event. Whether patients are dealing with heart disease or recovering from a heart attack, the team at Burke Health stands ready to assist in recovery.
The state-of-the-art center is located in the former library building at 412 W. 4th Street and includes aerobic and strength training equipment, as well as an indoor track. The program includes education and exercise classes, enabling patients to achieve the highest level of independence to improve their overall well-being.
For more information, call 706-437-0163.
Source: https://www.thetruecitizen.com/articles/february-is-american-heart-month/