‘Nordic’ Walking Improves Mobility in Heart Disease Patients
Modified ski poles designed for walking on sidewalks, not schussing down snowy mountains, may be a great way for heart disease patients improve their mobility and their ability to manage routine daily tasks.Exercise has many well-established heart benefits, including lower blood pressure and a reduced risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes. For heart disease patients, regular exercise can also help improve blood flow, prevent heart attacks, and promote what’s known as cardiorespiratory fitness — or how easily the circulatory system supplies muscles with oxygen.What’s less clear, however, is the exact type of exercise that can best help heart disease patients improve their functional mobility so it’s easier for them to navigate daily life.How the Study Was ConductedFor a recent study, researchers set out to answer this question by testing…