Medical-Fitness Technician
Certification Course
Part B: Exercise & Chronic Disease
Learning Modules: 11-24
Learning Module 15:
Exercise & Heart Attacks
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Video Notes
Walking is very effective in preventing heart attacks.
  • The positive health effects of walking are clearly ​dose-dependent.
  • The more you walk, the lower your risk.

Range of Health Benefits:
  • Walking 1 hour per week (15 minutes per day, 4 days per week) = decreases risk by 29%
  • Walking 5 hours per week (45 minutes per day, 7 days per week) = decreases risk by 54%
  • Walking vigorously 5 hours per week provides added protection = decreases risk by 59%

The best results are seen in individuals that include additional Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes, such as better nutrition and better stress management.

Conclusion: Regular Exercise prevents Heart Attacks.
Progression of Atherosclerosis