Cardiologists encourage every patient to embrace exercise to maintain healthy blood pressure and prevent heart attacks. While trips to the gym and group exercise classes may not be possible during the pandemic, an excellent home routine with a stationary machine can complement high blood pressure treatment. Here’s a list of machines to consider to stay fit, lose weight, reduce stress, and ensure cardiovascular health. 

What Stationary Exercise Machines Help Maintain Heart Health?

1. Treadmill

Treadmills allow users to jog from the comfort of home. Certain models can be adjusted to have inclines that add intensity to a workout. Others can be programmed so the conveyor belt moves at various paces for interval training. Whether you decide on a brisk walk or an intense run, this machine will help work your legs, arms, core, back, chest, heart, and lungs.

2. Spin Bike

A spin bike allows individuals to cycle miles with adjustable resistance to mimic cycling up and down inclines. Having control over the resistance allows patients to work their way up to longer and more challenging rides.

Your legs and core will get an excellent workout. Incorporate hand weights, cycling out of the saddle, or push up style movements on the handlebars to enjoy a total body workout that includes the back, chest, and upper body. 

3. Rowing Machine

If the stress of running is too much on your shins and feet, a rowing machine is a great solution. While in a seated position, you can use your arms to pull and legs to push back and forth on the machine, similar to rowing a boat.

This low-impact option will allow you to build muscle and cardiovascular health without worrying about joint pain. By using this machine for 75 minutes per week, you can lower blood pressure and boost aerobic strength.

The dedicated cardiologists at Premier Cardiology Consultants in Dothan, AL, believe in helping every patient improve heart health and overall quality of life. This team is led by Nidal Yunis M.D. and offers residents throughout Houston County and the surrounding areas access to state-of-the-art high blood pressure treatment in a warm, welcoming environment. They have 25 years of experience and are committed to heart attack prevention through healthy habits and on-going assessments. Learn more on their website, or call (334) 699-6396 to schedule your first appointment.