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Greens for Glory
Greens like spinach and kale are heart champs—BHF says their nitrates boost blood flow, cutting BP 5-10 points. Load up: salad lunch,...

Steve Symonds
2 days ago1 min read
Cold Showers, Hot Benefits
Cold showers spark recovery—Huberman says 30-60 seconds post-exercise cuts stress and inflammation, aiding your heart. Start warm, end...

Steve Symonds
Nov 21 min read
Protein for Power
Protein powers your rehab gains. ACSM says 1.2g/kg body weight daily—80g for a 66kg person—rebuilds muscle post-weights or cardio....

Steve Symonds
Oct 261 min read
Step Counters Work
Step counters turn walks into wins. CDC says 7,000-10,000 steps daily—about 3-5 miles—cuts heart risk 20%. Clip on a tracker or use your...

Steve Symonds
Oct 191 min read
Social Sweat Sessions
Sweat with pals—it’s rehab rocket fuel. NIH says social support doubles exercise sticking power—key for heart health. Join a class or...

Steve Symonds
Oct 121 min read
ACE Inhibitors Explained
ACE inhibitors are heart helpers—NICE says they relax arteries, dropping BP and easing strain post-event. Lisinopril or ramipril cut risk...

Steve Symonds
Sep 281 min read
Nuts About Nuts
Nuts are heart gold—BHF says a handful (30g) daily cuts disease risk 15%. Almonds, walnuts, or pistachios pack healthy fats, fiber, and...

Steve Symonds
Sep 211 min read
Strength vs. Stiffness
Strength’s great, but stiffness kills gains. ACSM says stretching post-workout—5-10 minutes—keeps you flexible and heart-happy. Try...

Steve Symonds
Sep 141 min read
Patient Story – Mike’s Milestone
Mike, 64, turned a heart scare into a cycling win. “I was stuck on the couch,” he says—post-rehab, he’s biking 10 miles. It started with...

Steve Symonds
Sep 71 min read
Bone Broth for Recovery
Bone broth’s a rehab booster—rich in collagen, it aids joints and recovery, says Attia. Simmer bones (chicken, beef) 12-24...

Steve Symonds
Aug 311 min read
Rogan’s Fitness Fire
Joe Rogan’s a grit guru, and his take fits rehab: consistency beats intensity. “Show up, even if it’s small,” he says—5 minutes of...

Steve Symonds
Aug 171 min read
Mindful Eating Matters
Eating smart’s heart-smart, and mindfulness makes it stick. NHS says slowing down—chewing 20 times, savoring flavors—cuts overeating,...

Steve Symonds
Aug 171 min read
Baechle’s Training Tips
Tom Baechle, strength legend, says progressive overload’s your rehab ticket—gradual gains for a tougher heart. Start light: 8-12 reps, 2...

Steve Symonds
Aug 101 min read
Aspirin: Tiny but Mighty
Aspirin’s small but packs a punch for your heart. The AHA says a low dose (75-100mg daily) thins blood, cutting clot risk post-heart...

Steve Symonds
Aug 31 min read
Plant Power for Prevention
Plants are heart protectors. NIH says more veggies, fruits, and legumes—less meat—cuts heart risk by 20%. They’re packed with fiber,...

Steve Symonds
Jul 271 min read
Brzycki’s Muscle Math
Matt Brzycki’s formula keeps lifting safe and smart for rehab. Estimate your 1RM: weight lifted × (36 / (37 – reps)). Lift 10kg for 10...

Steve Symonds
Jul 271 min read
Alcohol: Less is More
B ooze and hearts don’t always mix. The CDC says excess—over 1 drink daily (a glass of wine, pint of beer)—spikes BP, messes rhythms, and...

Steve Symonds
Jul 201 min read
Interval Training Boost
Spice up rehab with intervals—short bursts that supercharge your heart. ACSM says alternating 1-minute sprints (fast walk or cycle) with...

Steve Symonds
Jul 131 min read
Beta Blockers 101
Beta blockers are heart-slowing superstars. NICE says they ease workload post-heart event by blocking adrenaline, dropping rate and...

Steve Symonds
Jun 291 min read
Fiber: Your Gut’s Gift to Your Heart
Fiber’s a heart-health MVP. The BHF says 30g daily—think oats, beans, or wholegrain bread—lowers cholesterol and steadies blood sugar,...

Steve Symonds
Jun 221 min read
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