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A well-known Indian stand-up comedian and actor had what was described as a "mild heart attack" while he was working out at a gym. It was reported that he lost consciousness while using a treadmill and was subsequently transported to the hospital. What went wrong?

Exercise is essential to preserving one's health and fitness, but in order to derive the greatest benefits from it, one must keep in mind a few key points, as recommended by various authorities. An expert on fitness advises people to avoid holding their breath while working out on the treadmill and instead focus on finding a rhythm that complements the level of intensity they are running at.

Monitoring your heart rate during treadmill workouts is beneficial for a number of reasons, including safety. The vast majority of treadmills have the capability to display the user's heart rate. This can be accomplished by wearing a chest strap or a watch that is compatible with heart rate monitoring, or you can simply use a fitness band such as the Fitbit or the MI Band.

If you have a heart condition, are at high risk for developing one (multiple risk factors like diabetes, high blood pressure, and smoking), or have any other serious illness that is not related to your heart, you should always consult a doctor before beginning a treadmill routine.

The same is true for people who are in their late 30s or older, particularly those who have led sedentary lives but are now considering leading active lives, which may include exercising on a treadmill. This is especially true for people who have been sedentary their entire lives.

After the age of 40, a person should make it a habit to go in for routine checkups at their primary care physician. If there is any reason to suspect that they may have heart disease, they should seek immediate medical attention from a cardiologist.

Because vigorous exercise like running on a treadmill has a tendency to increase both the heart rate and the pulse rate, it may not be advisable for cardiac patients to participate in such activities.

If a patient is uncertain about the condition of their heart, the majority of doctors will recommend straightforward tests such as an echo and a treadmill test in order to obtain a very accurate assessment of their condition.

How exactly does excessive exercise lead to the development of heart problems?

One cardiologist asserts that sudden cardiac deaths can be caused by excessive exercise and exertion because these activities have a tendency to stop the natural rhythm of the heart. In the alternative scenario, exercise might cause a sudden and abnormal increase in heart rate, which would increase the risk of death.

Even though the majority of these cases are caused by genetics, even people who have never had a history of heart problems can suffer a heart attack if they engage in strenuous physical activity. When compared to the normal resting range of 60-100 beats per minute, the dangerously elevated heart rate that can result from excessive exercise can reach up to 300 beats per minute. This is in contrast to the normal resting range of 60-100 beats per minute.

The Appropriate Method of Physical Activity

Because vigorous exercise raises a person's risk of having a heart attack or going into cardiac arrest in the short term, even people who do not have any preexisting heart conditions are encouraged to take it easy on their bodies. It is okay to exercise for about thirty minutes/day, five days per week, and take appropriate breaks in between. Always remember to properly warm up before beginning your workout at the gym, and try not to push yourself too hard too soon during your workouts.
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