Exercise for Healthy Heart Flashcards

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What type of exercise helps your heart and circulatory system work better, allowing you to do daily tasks without getting tired or breathless?

A Strength training
B Aerobic exercise or Cardio Vascular Exercises
C High-intensity interval training
D Yoga

A

B

Aerobic exercise, such as walking, cycling, and swimming, improves heart health and overall fitness.

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How much moderate-intensity aerobic exercise is recommended per week for heart health?

A 30 minutes
B 60 minutes
C 90 minutes
D 150 minutes

A

D

Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week (e.g., brisk walking).

These are government guidelines, we recommend a minimum of 30 mins every day. Can also do in small chunks, say 10 min chunks.

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Which type of exercise combines aerobic activity with moderate weightlifting and is recommended for heart health?

A Yoga
B Pilates
C Resistance training
D Zumba

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C

Resistance training
Combining aerobic exercise (like jogging or swimming) with resistance training (moderate weightlifting) benefits heart health.

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How much resistance exercise is recommended per week for heart health?

A 30 minutes
B 60 minutes
C 90 minutes
D 150 minutes

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B

Aim for at least 60 minutes of moderate-intensity resistance exercise per week.

These are government guidelines, we recommend a minimum of 30 mins twice a week. We recommend 3.

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