American Heart Month

The American Heart Association (http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/) has declared this month-American Heart Month to battle cardiovascular disease and educate Americans on what we can do to live heart-healthy lives.

Heart disease, including stroke, is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States.

You are at higher risk of heart disease if you are:

• A woman age 55 or older • A man age 45 or older • Or a person with a family history of early heart disease.

Heart disease can be prevented. To keep your heart healthy:

• Watch your weight. • Quit smoking and stay away from secondhand smoke. • Control your cholesterol and blood pressure. • If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation. • Get active and eat healthy. • Talk to your doctor about taking aspirin every day if you are a man over the age of 45 or a woman over 55. • Manage stress.

Get the Word Out…

Here is a Cardiogolf Workout for Heart Health-

Cardiogolf Heart Health Workout

Intensity: Very Intense

Time: 10 to 15 minutes

Frequency: 2 to 3 times a week

Start with a 5-minute warm-up- Click here to view warm-up routine

Do each exercise for 30 to 40 seconds.  Rest for 10 to 20 seconds between each exercise. Repeat routine up to 3 times.