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What Causes Rapid Heart Rate After Working For A While?
A few months ago I had cardio pulmonary stress test on stationery bike and an EKG. I am 75; and after extensive blood workup, I asked her if I was in good shape for a 75 yr. old woman and she quote, "You're in DAMN good shape". When I mow the lawn for 15 mins. my heart beat is extremely high and rest for 15 mins. and this routine continues until the lawn has been mown. Is this normal for my age, etc.? Am I doing the correct thing my resting until my heart beat is back to normal in between moving activities?
Hello This is very nice to note down that Cardio-pulmonary stress test with EKG normal i.e. no problem for heart and lungs . Now about your question. MOWING for lawn is a very good exercise . As you mentioned that during this process heart rate increases and after rest of 15 minute , again resume work , till completed . Since all functions are good so need not to worry and this is not a cause of concern. Still I advise high fiber diet , green leafy vegetable fruits. At this age cut down the processed food , white bread ( in limit ) . A 40 minute physical activity like mowing of lawn is good for you ( as you are already doing ). So keep it up , no need of any consultation or concern. Good luck.
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What Causes Rapid Heart Rate After Working For A While?
Hello This is very nice to note down that Cardio-pulmonary stress test with EKG normal i.e. no problem for heart and lungs . Now about your question. MOWING for lawn is a very good exercise . As you mentioned that during this process heart rate increases and after rest of 15 minute , again resume work , till completed . Since all functions are good so need not to worry and this is not a cause of concern. Still I advise high fiber diet , green leafy vegetable fruits. At this age cut down the processed food , white bread ( in limit ) . A 40 minute physical activity like mowing of lawn is good for you ( as you are already doing ). So keep it up , no need of any consultation or concern. Good luck.