Ok to run after heart attack

[Mitchm77]

My brother, who’s 51 had a heart attack last year. I told him about Couchto5k and he wants to know if it’ll be safe? He cycles and is ok with that.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

The best person for your brother to ask if it's OK to run is his doctor, nevertheless there are many people who have taken up running after a heart attack, but be safe and ask doctor.

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Hi,

In theory, yes, but I’d say not until he’s spoken to his GP/Heart Specialist to make sure... they may even give him a heart rate limit while he gets started.

Sorry we can’t be any more help than that... and hop that he’s able to start this journey soon.

[84green]

Hi Mitchm.

I took up C25K following a diagnosis of coronary heart disease (so haven’t had a HA) but with the knowledge and encouragement of my Drs.

So firstly, I would recommend your brother speaks to his GP/ cardiac team.

There are several HA survivors on this forum and I’m sure one will be in touch before long. There are also many who regularly undertake Park Runs.

It’s a great programme and I’m sure your brother will live it! Good luck.