Chapter 5: Arrhythmias
[…] have a fairly stable arrhythmia (such as “fixed atrial fibrillation”) but in conjunction with additional cardiovascular disorders or other health problems that exacerbate the effect of their rhythm disturbance. A […]
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Scuba Diving and Life Expectancy
[…] Heart Association published a statement that concluded owning a dog probably decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease.3 All this research made us wonder how recreational scuba diving affects life expectancy. […]
Jump Rope Training
Jump rope training is a powerful full-body cardiovascular workout that builds muscular endurance, coordination, and breathing efficiency. Jumping rope strengthens calves, stabilizes ankle joints, and improves core stability, allowing finning […]
Free Weights
Strength training can benefit divers, who need strength to wear and transport heavy gear. Other benefits include greater bone density, increased metabolism, and cardiovascular strength.
Marijuana & Diving
[…] may influence a diver’s mental state, judgment and physical reflexes as well as perhaps relevant cardiovascular, neurological and other physiologies. It is dictum that anything that might impair a diver […]
Diving After an Eye Stroke
[…] the root cause of the initial ocular stroke, the probability of recurrence, and your overall cardiovascular health. You should have a physician’s release for unrestricted rigorous physical activity. Blood thinners […]
Bored With Your Traditional Fitness Routine?
Kettlebells are a great training tool because they challenge the body’s muscular and cardiovascular endurance. Kettlebells are affordable and the workouts are customizable. Read more about kettlebells.
Effects of Scuba Diving on Heart Function
[…] group of Italian researchers conducted an underwater Doppler echocardiography study of 18 healthy scuba divers titled “ Cardiovascular changes during SCUBA diving: an underwater Doppler echocardiographic study.” The rationale for the study was […]
When to Consult a Health-Care Provider Before Engaging in Physical Activities
[…] especially in subjects with preexisting heart disease. The position paper of the European Association of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation provides in-depth guidelines for preparticipation evaluation that is useful for recreational […]
Diving After a Stroke
[…] a dive medicine physician for any questions. Sleep apnea is often associated with other serious cardiovascular conditions and obesity, which may restrict or prevent diving. If you have sleep apnea […]
