4 ways to show your heart some love for American Heart Month❤️

It's American Heart Month, so it's the perfect time to get in the habit of doing things that help you take care of this very vital organ.

Go grab a tennis ball and give it a hard squeeze.

That’s about the same amount of force your heart uses to pump blood through your body…

And it does that about 100,000 times a day (35 million times a year)!

Pretty wild, right? That’s a LOT of work!

Heart disease is the #1 killer on the planet, it’s important to do your part to keep your heart healthy, starting now!

That said, here are 4 things you can start doing TODAY to protect your heart health:

1) Exercise most days of the week.

This one is so important it gets extra bullet points — here’s why:

It strengthens your heart so it becomes more efficient, allowing it to push out more blood with every beat (lowering your resting heart rate)
It boosts blood flow to your heart
It helps lower blood pressure by improving your blood vessels’ ability to dilate
It makes it easier for your muscles and tissues to get oxygen from your blood
It helps your nervous system manage stress even while you are resting

It’s as close to a “miracle drug” as you can get!

2) Eat a healthy, whole-foods-based diet that’s low in sugar and sodium, and rich in vitamins and minerals.

3) Limit alcohol. Just 2-3 drinks in one sitting can raise your blood pressure.

4) Stand up more. Research shows that sitting for extended periods isn’t good for your heart, even if you work out.

It’s the little things you do every day that add up to big health results!

That’s why my focuses on creating little habits that lead to a healthier life.

If you are interested in hearing more, sign up here for a discovery call today.

Sending all the love for heart month ❤️

Mo Shimer, CHC

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