Motivation’s the rehab fuel, and Don Landers, an exercise psych guru, says small wins ignite it. Set tiny goals: 5 extra steps today, one...

Water’s your heart’s unsung hero. The NHS says 8 cups (2L) daily keeps blood flowing smoothly, easing your ticker’s job. Dehydration...

Why choose when you can have both? BASES says mixing aerobic (walking, cycling) and resistance (bands, weights) is cardiac rehab gold....

Sugar’s sneaky—too much inflames your arteries, a heart no-no. The AHA caps it at 6 tsp (25g) daily for women, 9 tsp (36g) for men. Ditch...

Andrew Huberman, neuroscience rockstar, says exercise isn’t just for your heart—it’s brain fuel too. Cardio like brisk walking or cycling...

Want to lift smart, not hard? Boyd Epley’s 1RM formula sets you up for safe gains in cardiac rehab. Estimate your one-rep max (heaviest...

Blood pressure’s a big deal for your heart—high numbers strain it, raising risks. NICE says aim for 120/80 mmHg post-heart event;...

John, 70, thought his heart attack spelled the end of his active days. “I was winded tying my shoes,” he recalls. Then cardiac rehab...

Omega-3s are heart heroes found in fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, or sardines. The BHF says eating these twice weekly—about 140g per...

Resistance bands are your portable gym for a stronger heart. ACSM says they’re perfect for cardiac rehab—safe, cheap, and effective....

Ditching cigarettes is the ultimate heart hack. The AHA says quitting slashes your heart attack risk by 50% in just one year—your lungs...

How hard should you push in rehab? Gunnar Borg’s got the answer with his Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale, a 6-20 gauge of effort....

Stress isn’t just a mood-killer—it’s a heart stressor too. Chronic tension spikes cortisol, raising blood pressure and heart disease...

Meet Sarah, 62, a cardiac rehab rockstar. After her heart attack, she thought her days of gardening and chasing grandkids were over. “I...

Resistance training isn’t just for gym buffs—it’s a game-changer for cardiac rehab. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends it...

Secondary Prevention Cardiac Risk Questionnaire QRisk is a questionnaire that those who have not suffered a cardiac event can use to...

Sleep’s your heart’s secret weapon. The CDC says 7-9 hours nightly repairs blood vessels, lowers stress hormones, and keeps blood...

Walking might sound basic, but it’s a powerhouse for your heart. The American Heart Association says just 30 minutes most days of the...

Cardiac rehab isn’t just about bouncing back after a heart event—it’s about unlocking a stronger, healthier version of you. Think of it...

Disclaimer - this is just an out-loud thought and by no means trumps any specific advice a dietician or nutrition has told you about your...