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15-minute Strength and Heart Endurance Workout for Cardiac Rehab

Kento HealthJan 15, 2024

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

⏱️ Key Moments

Summary:The workout includes a warm-up, a main session with strength and endurance exercises, and a cool-down, focusing on safe execution and monitoring heart rate throughout.

🏃 Guide

This workout is designed for beginners in cardiac rehabilitation, addressing the need for safe and effective strength and cardiovascular exercises. It helps improve heart health and overall fitness from the comfort of home.

Benefits

Improved cardiovascular endurance
Increased muscle strength

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Marching Warm-Up

Begin with marching in place for one minute to increase blood flow and heart rate. You should feel your heart rate elevate and your body warming up. Ensure you maintain a comfortable pace.
2

Side Steps with Arm Raises

Perform side steps while raising your arms for one minute. You should feel your heart rate increase and muscles engaging. Maintain a steady breathing pattern.
3

Alternating Back Lunges

Execute alternating back lunges for one minute, ensuring your back is straight and core engaged. You should feel your legs working and heart rate elevated.
4

Bicep Curls

Using water bottles, perform standing bicep curls for one minute. Keep your elbows close to your body and breathe steadily. You should feel your arm muscles working.
5

Calf Raises

For the cool down, perform calf raises for one minute. You should feel your calves working. Use water bottles for added weight if desired.
6

Core Activation

Finish with core activation by raising one knee and reaching with both hands to the opposite side. Maintain a straight back and engage your core.

Safety Notes

Consult with your healthcare provider before starting this workout, especially if you have heart health concerns. Avoid exercises if you experience severe shortness of breath, chest pain, or dizziness.

Duration: 18m 51s
Difficulty: Easy
Intensity: Light
Suitable for: Limited Mobility level

Suitable Conditions

Coronary Artery DiseaseHeart FailureHypertension

Therapeutic Goals

Rehabilitation / Treatment SupportCardiovascular EnduranceMuscle Strength

⚠️ Caution

Consult your doctor if you have: Anemia, Asthma

Equipment Needed

🏋️ None🏋️ Chair

Primary Focus

💪 Full Body💪 Arms💪 Legs

Category

CardioStrengthLow Impact

⚠️ Workout Safety Tips

Low impact movementsIncludes rest periodsAvoid holding breathChair modifications available

Tags

#18 min#medium length#Cardio#Strength#Low Impact#beginner#None#Chair#Full Body#Arms#Legs#low