8 Exercises for Improving Heart Health: Reduce Heart Issues for Seniors

Improving heart health is crucial for seniors, and incorporating the right exercises can make a significant difference. In this video, we share 8 exercises that can help reduce cardiac issues and enhance overall heart health. These exercises are specifically designed to be safe and effective for seniors, promoting cardiovascular strength and endurance. By following these exercises regularly, seniors can experience improved heart function, reduced risk of heart disease, and better quality of life. Join us to learn more about these beneficial exercises and take the first step towards a healthier heart today!

Before starting an exercise program, check with your healthcare professionals about what is best for you. Our 20 Minute Heart Healthy HIIT Workout features 25-second rounds of alternating cardio and strength exercises with 20 second rest rounds. You’ll rack up about 1400 steps, more or less depending on your pace.

This workout can be done without any equipment, but feel free to pick up weights if you’re up for a challenge. I use 5-pound weights, while my mom uses 2 and 3-pound weights. If you perform this workout at a high intensity, aim to do it 2-3 times a week with at least a day of rest in between sessions. If you prefer a lower intensity, you can do this workout every day.

00:00 Improve your heart health
01:42 Warm Up
03:51 Exercise Set 1
11:12 Exercise Set 2
17:39 Cooldown

Estimated calorie burn for:
🔥 A 120 lb (54.4 kg) person: 38.5 calories
🔥 A 200 lb (90.7 kg) person: 64 calories

Please note that these estimates are rough calculations and don't take into account individual variations, such as fitness level, walking speed, and other factors that can affect calorie burn. Additionally, these estimates include the calories burned during the exercise itself and do not account for the calories burned at rest or through other activities throughout the day.

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Disclaimer: This program is provided with your health and safety in mind, but every individual has their own limitations. It is crucial that you consult with your physician before beginning this or any other exercise program. This program is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment or advice. By participating in this exercise program, you do so at your own risk. Please stop if you experience pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath.

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[jvlqvuo]

That was a good one. Don't know if I commented on the walking backward video or not but I agree that it's easier on the knees. I'd walk backwards up our hill when I took the cat for a walk so I could make sure she was safe from critters. Sadly she passed away and I haven't felt like doing that walk yet. Still miss her.

[hb]

Very good mixture, April - my body & I enjoyed it! Would you be open to devising a cardio/dance workout honoring our newly departed Guru Richard Simmons?

[JeanetteBrodsky]

As someone who has been injured from exercising more than once. I really like your workouts. It is not too hard to too many reps which can be hard on the body. Thank you for your videos. Also watching your mom doing the exercises is helpful

[minmartin]

A big thank you from over the pond. I been doing your exercises now for about 6 weeks and now beginning to see some results. I am slow but sure person. To be honest your exercises don’t feel like exercises. They are a lot of fun. A big thank you to you both for being warm kind and very encouraging.

[chezham]

I always look forward to Tuesdays and getting a new workout! Thank you, this one is perfect. I also love the short walking backwards workout and hope we will be doing more in the future.

[loisflagg]

Love the new video, and the new enhancements! Great job! I feel great afterwards!

[Lawrence]

Will be doing this in the morning - thank you so much xx

[melc]

Loved this. Hope you ladies are doing well. I had to stop exercises for about two months due to knee trouble but I’m getting back to it. This will be my first workout starting Monday. Can’t wait. 😀 😅

[rhondawiggins]

Your mom cracks me up. Your workouts are fantastic. Thank you.

[katme]

Thank you both. You are saving my life. Your videos are amazing and doable. I love the amount of time you spend on each exercise. It makes boredom a thing of the past.

[maggiemacha]

A pleasure to get Dewey with you 😊 Thank you both for encouraging us and empowering us to be our healthiest ❤ 👊🏼 fist bumps all around to everyone who showed up for themselves 👊🏼

[retirednurse]

April and Aiko, thanks so much for this video and all your other videos.I discovered your videos in March of this year. I have used exercise videos for over 30 years but have noticed a significant change in my body since starting ypurs.Your voice is calming, not irritating.I use one of your videos daily, strength 3 x a week and aerobics the other 4.Keep up the wonderful work.

[janesmith]

8/4/24: Great workout! This is the first time I did this particular workout, and I like that it has some difficulty moves. Helps keep my muscles from getting too acclimated to movements. Thanks Aiko and April!

[SharonHuxley]

Loved this one. Clear instructions and information. Made me smile too. Thank you!

[qorkceo]

Hello, enjoy all your video's Thank you both and keep the new ones

[LindaReece-td]

I had gotten away from picking one of your videos each day. Seeing this in my email pushed me to start again. Thanks! I love your videos and doing them daily makes me feel so much better.

[annweech]

Trying to get back to moving again. Thank you so much for your patience and care

[jangeisler]

Love this video!!! Love working with you so much!!

[barbaradrinkwater]

My friend told me about you today at lunch! She was right. You are great! I started in the chair and stood up after the first exercise and did the rest standing. You inspired me! I am 83.

[helensolomon]

I am excited to do this work out today thank you for all you do ladies I so appreciate you❤❤