What would happen if they held their breath during the exercise?
——————————————- The text above is a follow-up to … —–Question—– For someone with heart problems, why is it recommended to walk and run, but stay away from resistance exercise because it puts too much strain on the heart? Doesn’t walking/running also put strain on the heart? Running actually makes the heart beat faster than resistance exercise. —–Answer—– Jeff, Resistance exercises (weight lifting) with heavy weights or poor technique, can cause large spikes in blood pressure, or fainting (see below). That is why it is recommended that people with certain heart conditions not engage in heavy weight lifting. Light weight lifting is recommended in virtually every heart patient. It is recommended that heart patients consult with their doctor before starting ANY exercise routine. Weight lifting, or resistance exercises, should be done with light weights, repetitions of 10-12 per set, so that the exercise is comfortable (not straining). It is also ve
