In this video, Dr Sanjay Gupta talks about the role of exercise and its beneficial impact on heart health. If you want to speak with me, please visit www.yorkcardiology.co.uk and my Facebook page via yorkcardiology@gmail.com
My sentiments exactly. To listen to you calms me down. I am at emergency as I write, for my heart, listening to Dr. And I feel calm as I listen. Go figure!!!
@@patriciapalmer4873 CHANGE DOCTORS! You are most certainly not obligated to supporting him with your money. In other words, FIRE HIM OR HER, AND HIRE A DIFFERENT ONE. THEY WORK FOR YOU, NOT YOU FOR THEM!
@@patriciapalmer4873 They call it a face-to-face appointment...All I ever see is his or her ear as they continue on their computer. As for giving any advice forget it. Every time I talk about my severe fatigue the answer is always...Well, you do have severe heart disease....I also need to move to YORK
You have done more for my Atrial fibrillation than my own Cardiologist. I wish we lived in the same country because I would be your patient. Fantastic!
I had a double bypass in 1990 and several stents put in since. I used to walk an hour each day, but for the last 2 or 3 years I have been using my exercise bike for an hour each day. I hope that it is a good substitute. I am 89 years old.
Not bad for an 89 year old. That means you have an excellent health far surpassing most of your peers. Some people die of heart-related diseases at ages as young as 55. I know it's a little discomforting fact, but you still have to confront aging and its effects.
This is what I need...I'll be back at gym tomorrow. My heart has no problem only my mind is...this video reduced my worries and anxiety 100 percent. Thanks Doc. God bless you for the help you spread to people like me..🙏🙏🙏
As a research scientist, I have studied the effects of exercise in depth. Exercise happens to be far better for not only anxiety, but for depression--for more effective than medications for such, with no contraindication (side effects).
Four years ago I had my first and only episode of heart failure, thus far. I was in the poorest shape of my life. I have Crohnes disease and due to this have short bowel problems as well. I was for a couple of years very depressed, and stopped exercising altogether. I wasn't looking after my health and in particular, ignored my blood pressure problems. Then around 2.30am I awoke in trouble. I knew immediately I was probably dying. Somehow I drove the short distance to the hospital and with amazing help, survived what should have killed me. After I was mentally and physically in terrible shape. I would tire very easily and as a guide to my mental health, I was calling myself "Dead man walking" I decided to start walking, and began worriedly walking short distances. Gradually I went longer and longer walks, deciding to let my heart tell me what was too much. I can now walk ten kilometres a day easily, no heart pain of any kind. My angina spray last year expired, without being opened from new! I feel really good all round. My last cardiac set of tests show my heart has got a lot stronger than it was! People often ask me what they did to make my heart better. I say they couldn't do anything, it was what I did to my heart, not what my heart was doing to me. I'm trying to make it up to the poor old ticker now!
Good work mate, you don't have to break the four minute mile but try walking at least 15 kilometres at least three times a week. You will get there and get better and better. Don't eat shit food such as KFC Maccy D's etc and avoid refined sugar and cigarettes. Good luck to you and keep going!
You are a true hero. Thank you so much Dr. For helping us all around the world. You mean so much to do many people that you have never even seen or met.❤
I’m 72 years old and have nAtrial fibrillation sleep apnea and my cardiologist told me in the next few years I will need surgery on my aorta. At 72 I feel great. I walk two miles a day five days a week sometimes six and every morning I do a half to 40 minutes stretching. I’ve been retired six years now and as a retired electrician and a man who loves carpentry cabinet and furniture making I can still lift heavy items and can crawl in attics and under houses if I need to without any problems. I’m saying this not to brag but to tell everyone regardless of you age you can do it too. Age is just a number. I understand we all have health issues but exercising and eating healthy is simply a must. Stay healthy 👍
From Tennessee, USA: Thank you, Doc. Your videos literally give my heart therapeutic joy! My heart rate goes down, is more regular and stronger. God bless you and your family.
My mantra for years has been 'Don't get old, get fit" and what you have said Sanjay confirms my thoughts. I'm turning 70 this year and walk, swim, run and mountain bike regularly, do aerobic exercises and stretch. I have been having some ectopic beats and anxiety recently, exercise and your tutorials have really helped me. Thank you so much, such a lot of useful information in one place.
Thank you Dr. you are extremely helpful and easy to understand. No fear tactics. Really appreciate your work here. When dealing with stressful episodes your videos are calming.
You are the best helping peoples suffering from heart problems and it is easy to understand your way because you speak very clear thanks for helping god's creatures
Thank you, Sanjay, for making these videos. I come back time and time again to get refreshed and reminded of my own responsibility for my health. Your knowledge and willingness to share is a free gift. I've not only learned a great deal but am constantly encouraged to practice it by listening to you. I'm old and see a Cardiologist regularly but it's you who educatea me and keeps me involved. ,
I am a great believer of the benefits of exercise. I am currently 81 years old. 1) I do brisk walking between 6 to 8 km each time. 5km/hour 2) climb between 40 to 80 floors (sometimes 100 floors) 3) Do weight training for 60 to 90 minutes. I feel great after every session.
I have Sick Sinus Syndrome. No cholesterol problem, and I have a pace maker. In these days of Covid, I don't have access to a treadmill, but do have a small stepper. I can try to do 9 minutes. My problem isn't cholesterol, but am trying to avoid further problems, so will do what it takes to reduce inflammation. I eat a plant based diet, I will take off more weight, and be a regular exercizer. I have more understanding than ever of what's going on with me, because of these videos. Thank you for taking your valuable time to do them, and for keeping them posted.
Thank you. It's so great to hear a consultant really promoting exercise as a solution. If people have experienced cardiac illness it is great if exercise is guided by the exercise professional on the cardiac team, or if in the UK, by a qualified BACPR instructor. So many good points in the video, particularly like the aspect of listening to your body. The red flags are there for a reason.
I love this video, really helps my cardiophobia! Running 60 minutes on treadmill 6 nights a week for over 10 years. Before that 60 minutes power walking outside for 20 years ....still trying not to fear those PVCs and feel I have heart trouble.
You are an angel 😇 you sharing your knowledge with the general public is a God sent. Those are extremely important advises and surly will change people lives if are followed. Thank you Dr. 💕
I am a retired nurse, and you have taught me so much. I wish I would have seen your videos years ago. I had a cardiac ablation about 10 years ago because I kept going into atrial flutter and needed cardioversion to revert the rhythm. It has worked completely. I am still getting PVCs and short runs of something which is scary. I exercise regularly but am overweight. I am also having great difficulty with my stomach and with multiple tests have found nothing other than polyps. I am now trying your magnesium idea and eating smaller meals so hopefully this will help. Thank you.
30 days into recovery after hospital release. Your podcasts are an inspiration and reassurance, i was neglecting my urinatory medication but have revived it realising its crucial importance, my ECHO test report has not come through yet.
You have a profound impact on the public by sharing via videos for all to see. You really are a gift to all, seeking to learn and understand. Thank you
Amazing video as usual, thank you sir ! I wish I watched this vid 6-7 years ago throughout which my GP was telling me and still telling me "you are fine it's just anxiety " and moves on to the next patient after 5 min. Greetings from Canada.
I think that says it all...our heart will tell us if something isn't quite right and that there may be a problem. I also get my skipped beats after exercise when I sit down to rest. What I'll do is take 5 or 6 deep slow breaths and it goes away. I have no other symptoms so I'm not going to worry. Thank you so much for your continued videos. I know hundreds of us really appreciate it.
I had a heart attack two weeks ago and I’ve always exercised all my life I’m 67 and my treatment was amazing but knowing how to exercise in recovery had been a puzzle so thank Doc for that information much appreciated
*My Irregular Heart Rhythm Experience:* In the previous few years I found I was experiencing irregular heart rhythm and some very strange beats. It got so bad I felt I was about to die and thought "just get on with it", it was horrible to live with. I had stopped exercising after a badly done hernia repair and a work injury to my lower discs. Anyhow, I ended up seeing a cardiologist and he kindly offered to operate and burn my heart muscle with electrodes! I told him to get lost as this would cause permanent injury to my heart, I'm now so glad I declined his advice. The first thing that I found provided relief was to take a teaspoon of L-Arginine per day, this was very effective but some symptoms remained. Next I supplemented with good Magnesium and also upped my intake of potassium rich foods such as dried apricots and dried tomatoes. I now have no symptoms as long as I keep my magnesium and potassium levels under control. Better than scarring your heart!
FLUID AND ELECTROLYTE BALANCE Electrolytes are minerals in your body that have an electric charge. They are in your blood, urine, tissues, and other body fluids. Electrolytes are important because they help: -- Balance the amount of water in your body -- Balance your body's acid/base (pH) level -- Move nutrients into your cells -- Move wastes out of your cells -- Make sure that your nerves, muscles, the heart, and the brain work the way they should. Sodium, calcium, potassium, chloride, phosphate, and magnesium are all electrolytes. You get them from the foods you eat and the fluids you drink. The levels of electrolytes in your body can become too low or too high.
@@jivanvasant this is the thing, too little or too much electrolytes can cause the same symptoms but people are almost always told about upping the minerals but I'm cautious
Exceptional clinician - this coming from another doctor in the US. His patients must feel so fortunate to be cared for by this lovely and bright clinician
Thank you Dr Gupta, I need to see you on good morning tv to increase peoples awareness of your teaching and empathetic approach. You show a very balanced approach, rather than a fire fighting approach which normally involves very little control for the patient (drugs) ! Of course some time essential.A balanced approach cause, effect leading to long term self help! Thank you for putting yourself out, I wish you every success.
I enjoy your utube info on the heart .I was wondering about exercise . I have a cyst on my heart 9.9 cm so going to the heart doctor soon . I also have a fifty percent blocked hardened artery . My oxygen levels dropped to 84 and go back up to 92 etc . I also have a nodule on my thyroid 2.3 and my heart sometimes races. I used to be a weight Watchers lifetime member .I'm at 206 now lost from 252 the last three years .I'm at a standstill on my weight. But I'm still trying and I'm going to start walking on a tract nearby .I have a stationary bike going to start using regularly .Thank you for verifying that I can exercise .
iam 70yrs old a valve replacement4 yrs ago and still have two arteries 50% blocked , changed my diet been looseing weight and run on treadmill 5 days week 40 minutes each at very fast pace and when done look like a dreanched rat but i feel good😀 my weight before valve job was 192, now iam 167 and still gonna lose bout 5 more . so if you got heart problems and doc says excercise GET OFF YO AZZZ! 😀
Thank you Dr Gupta for this excellent video. I am 71 yrs old and will be starting 36 weeks of cardiac rehab soon for CHF &A FIB and have a goal of doing more than 9 mins on the treadmill by the time I finish the program! Once again thank you for giving us hope that exercise is the missing key that we need to turn to complete our health care plan.
I feel so much better when I exercise. I feel like I'm making an effort and that motivates me to watch my diet and eat better. Exercise just simply makes you feel better, mentally and physically. Also helps you sleep better.
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I only lift weights and am 66. I got on the elliptical for the first time in a year and did 30 mins. Exercise is great. There are many forms , but I lift weights and can even bench press my weight.
Thank you Dr. Sanjay! You talk as if you were trrayinh me personally. Your soothing words of information helps me not to worry about the heart condition the ecg says Cardiomegaly.
Another brilliant video ...the NHS should show your video to all heart patients after a heart attack as l had so they don't rely just on medication! Thank you.
Thank you, I have been an enthusiastic cyclist and walker for many years but recently I've been diagnosed with angina, I have 3 restricted blood vessels found in an angiagram. At present my consultant is deciding on my treatment but in the meantime I have been prescribed 6 different tablets. As a result I feel great, following watching this I am resuming some steady exercise in moderation within my limits it can only do me good, I hope!
I am in a similar situation diagnosed with a 90% blocked proximal LAD, with no Angina pain whatsoever. PET CT also show a restricted blood flow but no serious. My doctor advised that I could use medications and lifestyle approach and avoid further angiogram and stenting at the moment. Your video comfort me and give me the confident to resume cycling and exercise
I love this guy! I had insane obesity, hypertension and lvh. I lost fifty pounds and through ace inhibitors and beta blockers my blood pressure is down too. Those drugs are my life line I think. I used to be house bound because of anxiety. I go out and walk everyday, still some weight to lose, ideally another 30-40 pounds. Instead of massive social anxiety I have moderate health anxiety now. I'm hoping walking everyday, plant based diet, and those drugs save me. These videos are so comforting, the more you know etc. So thank you doctor!
Thank you Doctor for this great video. I would like to ask you - what do you mean by " making 9 minutes on a treadmill". Is it walking, runing? How fast the treadmill should be set for this test up? Could you precise it - please?
Thank you for your helpful videos. Do you have any recommendations regarding intensity level during exercise? Should a person with hypertension stay away from interval training? Is it safe to elevate your heart rate to say 90-95% of HRM during intervals? Or should one stay under say 70% or 80% of HRM? I can't find any information on this online.
I've been watching your videos for almost a week now and reading a ton of comments. I have learnt a lot on this topic (not enough to open my own practice) but enough to lead a healthy life for me and my family. A ton of ppl are appreciative of our efforts to talk about this subject in a very relaxed understandable way. Cheers. 👍
Great video. I have a new habit where i sip cayenne powder in orange juice when i work out. it really improves the cardio flow and helps minimize any heart abnormalities. If the premateur ventricular contractions start up, I switch to L-taurine. that definitely gets rid of them. then a magnesium citrate drink at night that puts me to sleep.
I get palpitations through anxiety I'm scared to exercise and get my heart rate up as I feel I'm going to damage my heart which I think I've done through severe stress.
I did a stress test because I get really tired after working out for only 30mins. Test was normal but I get concerned because I feel short of breath. Will keep exercising to increase my tolerance. I suffer with ANXIETY and PANIC ATTACKS. I pray for this to go away 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
We have the same...I have anxiety and panic attacks even after exercise...I push myself that what I am feeling is nothing...I have all ECG, echo and blood tests all are normal....
I'm 69 years old and have biked for 22 years.Roughly for 2 hours every time out.Yet after one wrongly done BP reading she says I should be concerned.I take my own BP everyday at home and my readings dropped 30 points from the office reading.This is a doctor I wish I had after listening to him
Thank you for this very informative video on the effects of exercise on heart health. You are one blessed guy doctor with good looks and exudes a compassionate aura.
Great advice, I just watched it again. Coming up to a year after my MI and 3 stents. I am now walking/jogging most days in the morning up to 12 km. Every other day I am carrying out 30min HIT. I am actually on a 12 week HIT with a youtuber called Heather Robertson a brilliant program. Thanks again for your advice.......;)
Thankyou so much again, the 6 million dollar man is being rebuilt, it is so nice to have a polite, succinct accurate kind lovely consultant cardiologist at my fingertips....soooooo informative, I'm blessed... THANKYOU SANJAY
I had an ablation that failed after a year. And on various heart meds for atrial fibrillation. What cured it for me was intermittent fasting which I built up to around 18 to 19 hours. And also building up light exercise. It was a total transformation. I wish I knew about intermittent fasting and the healing effects of autophagy years ago.
This respected doctor truly competent and always encourge patients to livs healthy life.He is very optimistic...it akways make huge diffrence in so many positively...
it has been 4.5 yrs since my stent. this morning my resting heart rate was 63. during the day my heart rate is around 79-80. afer i shoot pool from all the trips around the table (1 trip is 50+ feet) ( 1 game is at minimum 22 trips) plus all the bending and stretching. I usually play 2 frames sometimes 3. I do have friends over 4 days per week and we shoot for 4 hours. My dr says I am doing good. but i think i can do a little more
Thank you for your medical information, deeply appreciate it as it relaxed me and made me understand that I can continue my hobby of walking. I also cycled a lot (my main transport at one time and cycled until 2years ago ). At 77 and femaleI feel fit and enthusiastic so will continue to do this. As for cycling, my cycle is heavy and I feel I won't get it up a hill. But can hire a bike and leave it at another bike station in Cardiff. I live five miles out in a rural area close to the Taff trail, an area conducive for many walks. Including forestry. Again thank you for your inspiring talk.
Forgot to mention: I keep always keep an eye on my heart rate. Keeping below max heart rate every time. Range between 80% to 100% for duration of each workout. 6 times a week.
