Merck Frosst
Patients and Caregivers

Heart Disease

Exercise

Exercise – good for you, and fun, too!

 

If you are among the many exercise enthusiasts who enjoy a rigorous workout at the local gym, good for you! But if you are like most of us, you need a little push to discover the health benefits — and, yes, the fun — of exercise.

Nearly everyone young and old alike can benefit from some level of exercise — those with chronic disease, and those without. For people with heart disease, exercise is particularly important. With this information, you will learn about the health benefits of exercise, as well as how to choose the type of exercise that is just right for you — and how to stick with it!

Before beginning any exercise program, it is important that you discuss it with your doctor. Your doctor can give you additional guidance as to the types and amount of exercise that are best for you.

This site is for residents of Canada. / This site was updated on July 2nd, 2008.