Cardiac Risk Factors Statistics and extensive clinical studies have recognized numerous factors that increase one’s risk for Coronary Heart Disease. Some of them can be changed or treated, and some cannot. The more risk factors one has, the greater their risk of heart attack or stroke. Controlling as many of these risk factors as possible […]
Reducing Blood Pressure with Cardiovascular Exercise
Blood pressure is measured using a sphygmomanometer. Learning the technique of taking blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer should be standard practice for all health and wellness coaches. Being able to explain why other devices are not as useful to your client is a recommended skill to have going forward, as your client may be using […]
Best Ways to Improve Heart Health
Heart disease remains the leading cause of mortality in the US. One-fourth of all deaths occur due to a heart problem. Each year about 610 000 people die of the condition, and half of them die due to coronary artery disease caused by arterial plaques. Total deaths due to cardiovascular diseases are around 859 000 […]