Living Well with Heart Failure Booklet English | Seite 28

Exercising Well with Heart Failure

What’ s in it for you:

• Being more active is one of the best things you can do for heart failure.
• Moving more can help you have more energy and feel more upbeat.

How to get started:

• If you are not exercising, START WITH 10 MINUTES A DAY. It can be as simple as walking 5 minutes from your front door and turning around and walking back.

Be Safe

• Start slowly.
• Stop if you experience chest pain, dizziness or severe shortness of breath.
• Pay attention to how you feel.
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