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Is It Safe To Exercise Post Atrial Fibrillation?

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Posted on Mon, 19 Jan 2015
Question: Been taking low dose sotalol for an afib event two years ago - ekg, blood test and cardi ultrasound normal - in nsr - i have been out of shape and want to exercise- I have just started to bike (easily) and use exercise equipment at a gym. Is this a good idea? if i do it will it help my condition?
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Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Physical activity is recommended at any stage of heart disease.

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXX!

I read your query and understood your concern.

I would like to encourage you to continue with physical activity. Bike and gym exercise is a good start. Keep in mind that you should avoid extreme exercise because this may provoke an atrial fibrillation. It's recommended to start with minimal load (for example 5-10 minutes of cycling) and to increase gradually.

Exercise will help for your condition because physical activity is recommended at any stage of heart disease.

Wish you health!
Dr. Benard
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Is It Safe To Exercise Post Atrial Fibrillation?

Brief Answer: Physical activity is recommended at any stage of heart disease. Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXX! I read your query and understood your concern. I would like to encourage you to continue with physical activity. Bike and gym exercise is a good start. Keep in mind that you should avoid extreme exercise because this may provoke an atrial fibrillation. It's recommended to start with minimal load (for example 5-10 minutes of cycling) and to increase gradually. Exercise will help for your condition because physical activity is recommended at any stage of heart disease. Wish you health! Dr. Benard