From Chest Pain to Sweating profusely: 7 Dangerous Heart Problems during Exercise
Have you ever wondered what happens to your body when your exercise routine is just too intense for it to handle? It can cause muscle cramps and strains in the back. It may also be a potential reason for sudden heart failure, stroke and even cardiac arrest. You heard it right. Working out too often can be detrimental to your health. We will discuss some of the reasons why this happens.
Is Exercising Bad For Heart Health?
Exercise is an excellent way to keep your health in check. WHO states that a lack of exercise increases your heart disease risk by 50%. Experts suggest staying active to keep your heart healthy. As we say all the time, overdoing it is not good. We will discuss the warning signs of heart problems you may experience while exercising.
Exercise and Heart Disease: Symptoms
Some health complications, such as a stroke or heart attack, don’t always have a specific set of symptoms. They do, however, give you some warnings. Here are some things you might notice when you exercise and you get into a bad period.
You may not even notice the signs of a heart attack until it is too late.
Heart attack Symptoms: Nine Types of Chest pain That You Shouldn’t Ignore
Chest discomfort
A sudden chest pain and unexplained discomfort, particularly when exercising, can be the first signs of a heart attack. It can be anything from a mild discomfort, to a feeling of pressure and fullness in the middle of your chest. The symptoms can be subtle or come and go. If this symptom persists longer than a few moments, you should seek immediate medical attention.
Difficulty in Breathing
Can’t breathe well? A sudden difficulty breathing, accompanied by chest discomfort or pain during exercise is considered to be a warning sign of an imminent heart attack. This symptom may occur before chest pain or discomfort, or it could even happen without chest discomfort.
Dizziness or Lightheadedness
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded is another warning sign of an imminent heart attack. Dizziness, fatigue, and other symptoms can also occur after a strenuous workout. This is a serious sign and you should stop exercising immediately.
Abnormal Heart Rhythms
A heart attack can cause abnormal heartbeat/heartrate. Heartbeats that are palpitating or thumping may indicate a problem with the heart. When you experience this symptom, stop your exercise immediately.
Sweating profusely
Extreme sweating can be an early warning sign of a heart condition or attack. Sweating is normal when exercising. It is normal to sweat during exercise. However, if it is accompanied with nausea, this can be an indication of a problem.
Pain in the Neck, Back and Jaw
A sudden, chronic neck, back or jaw pain can indicate that you need to seek immediate medical attention.
Extreme Tiredness
Extreme fatigue and exhaustion is not normal. This can also be a sign that you have a heart condition.
How to keep your heart healthy?
The following things can be done to maintain a healthy heart.
Healthy eating is important
Exercise (mild) regularly
Quit smoking
Keep your blood sugar levels under check
