Women: Fight Heart Disease Now

Did you know...

... that heart disease is the leading cause of death in 1 out of every 3 women in the United States? That's right. According to an article in Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week (Mar, 2005).
Bally Total Fitness company offers 5 tips to help women fight heart disease:

1. Know the symptoms. Dizziness or weakness, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, fatigues, nausea, profuse sweating, heart palpitations and irregular or fast heartbeats.
   
2. Add more activity to your daily routine. Any increase in activity is good for your heart.
   
3. Exercise. Include 30 minutes of cardio at least 3/week. Jogging, walking, cardio machines or treadmill will make you feel better, look better and decrease the risk of heart disease.
   
4. Consult your physician. First consult a physician before beginning a new program of physical activity, or if you are over 50 yrs old.
   
5. Increase fiber intake. Fiber assists in lowering cholesterol, which helps keep a heart strong. Fruits, vegatables and beans are good sources of fiber.

Start with a few positive changes at a time. These suggestions come from a Bally persoal trainer, Nikki Kimbrough, on heart disease prevention. Don't ignore your body, listen to it, and ask your family practitioner what you can do to live a healthier, happier life.
For more information, visit: http://ballyfitness.com/

"Fitness company offers 5 tips to help women fight heart disease". Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week, p. 300 (2005, Mar. 5). Retrieved November 18, 2008, from ProQuest database.