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Name: 10-minute Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercises for Heart Health
Uploaded: 2022-12-15T18:01:38Z
Duration: 10 min 13 s
Description: 10-minute workout video. Strength, Low Impact, Rehabilitation. targeting Full Body, Legs, Arms, Glutes, Shoulders. low intensity. helps with Rehabilitation / Treatment Support, Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscle Strength.

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10-minute Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercises for Heart Health

Cleveland Clinic•Dec 15, 2022

10-minute workout video. Strength, Low Impact, Rehabilitation. targeting Full Body, Legs, Arms, Glutes, Shoulders. low intensity. helps with Rehabilitation / Treatment Support, Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscle Strength.

⏱️ Key Moments

Summary:The workout includes a series of resistance training exercises aimed at improving heart health, focusing on proper technique and breathing throughout each movement.

🏃 Guide

This workout is designed for individuals recovering from heart conditions, providing safe and effective exercises to enhance cardiovascular health. It addresses the need for structured physical activity that supports heart function and overall well-being.

Benefits

Improved cardiovascular endurance

Increased muscle strength

Step-by-Step Guide

Squat

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, chest up, and sit back into your hips. Feel your thighs engage as you lower and raise your body. Ensure knees do not go over toes.

Chair Sit to Stand

Sit on a chair, feet shoulder-width apart. Lean forward and push through your heels to stand. Feel your leg muscles working.

Lateral Raise

Hold weights at your sides, raise arms to shoulder height, and lower back down. Feel the shoulder muscles activate.

Step Ups

Step onto a platform with one foot, then back down. Feel your leg muscles working as you lift your body.

Bicep Curl

Hold weights with palms facing forward, curl towards your shoulders. Feel the biceps contract.

Modified Wall Push-Up

Stand facing a wall, hands on the wall, bend elbows to lower body towards the wall. Feel the chest and arm muscles engage.

Glute Bridge

Lie on your back, feet on the ground, lift hips to align with knees and shoulders. Feel your glutes and core engage.

Seated Bent-Over Row

Sit and hinge forward, pull weights towards your chest while squeezing shoulder blades together. Feel the back muscles working.

Safety Notes

Consult your physician if you experience chest pain, excessive shortness of breath, dizziness, or significant joint/muscle pain.

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