Resistance training tips?

[JohnLeCarre]

Been discharged by the cardiac consultant which is great (my heart attack was in Jan). Cardio exercise is fine...I like running and I'm doing more swimming than ever. However, any tips on decent resistance exercise plans/websites I could use?

[Nakesero]

Hi,I've always tried to keep fit, getting Afib didn't help - although an ablation has certainly helped. Whilst I don't run anymore - a brisk walk outside or on a treadmill is great and I do weights three times a week - something I find immensely helpful is using resistance bands. There are different types and brands but Bodylastics are excellent and have a huge range of exercises available free on the interweb which gives resistance training to virtually every muscle group. They are very versatile, kind on joints and relatively cheap (a set of Bodylastic flat bands are available on Fleabay for only £9.95) and means you can exercise easily at home anytime - whilst the kettle is boiling or for an hour plus session.

They work for me, you can create a wide range of plans for yourself - well worth a try!

[Wooodsie]

Hi John, have a look at Jo Wicks on you tube. He has lots of videos covering almost everything and every level you can think of. He's also free 😊. Millions of others can't all be wrong 🏋️‍♀️

[pasigal]

I started easy with resistance band exercises given me during cardio rehab. I have moved on to medium intensity weight training, but not so hard that I'm bulging out my eyeballs when I life. I do weight training 2-3x per week, targeting core with dumbbell squats to shoulder lifts; lat pull downs and rowing machine for shoulders, and a little bit of chest presses and/or push ups. Rehab monitors said I can do as much as I like but I'm keeping it relatively low-stress.

[DWizza]

Hi John, I had Nstemi heart attack in July and quadruple bypass. I did the 6 week NHS cardiac rehab at hospita and found it underwhelming, way too easy and not tailored to the individual. I have now got a a training program from Clinical Exercise Services , Mark Campbell ( Instagram & Fb and internet) My goals are to run 5km -10km and get back to weight lifting. I’m already doing 2x8 min jogs (since week 2) and back doing weights , Deadlifts, bench press , curls , tricep push/pull downs , single arm rows etc. all gradually built up , a little progressive overload. I also do a strenuous yoga class once a week , habe to use regressions such as going to my knees from plank at the moment. I’d highly recommend giving Mark Campbell a look/reach out . He teaches NHS about resistance training post cardiac events . Top bloke .

If it helps I’m on Instagram Wizza2018, you’ll see what I’ve been doing as an example. All the best . Wizza

[BobbyB1962]

You should be able to get a referral to a local gym (I did after my 4x CABG) and they'll be able to get an appropriate exercise programme drawn up for you taking into account your heart history etc. Good luck!