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  • 5 Min High Blood Pressure & How To Prevent It

    Learn how to prevent high blood pressure and safeguard your heart health.

    Definitions To Know:
    ⚕ Endothelium- the layer of tissue that lines blood vessels
    ⚕ Peripheral Vascular Disease- a circulatory condition that causes narrowed blood vessels and therefore reduced blood flow to limbs
    ⚕ Sleep ...

  • 5 Min The Benefits Of Zone 2 Cardio Training

    Learn why steady, low-intensity cardio supports metabolic health, endurance, and longevity more effectively than high-intensity workouts alone.

    ☑ Better Metabolic Function
    ☑ Increased Endurance
    ☑ Lower Daily Fatigue

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Zone 2 training improves mitochondrial efficiency, which is ...

  • 5 Min Monitoring VO2 Max, Max HR & Performance

    Gain insight into your cardiovascular fitness with VO₂ max and max heart rate data, and use it to guide your workouts and reach your endurance goals!

    ☑ Personalized Training Insights
    ☑ Improved Cardio Performance
    ☑ Fitness Progress Tracking

    ✎ Pro Tip: Use VO₂ max trends to guide your training b...

  • 5 Min How To Make Herbed Mediterranean Salad

    The perfect make-ahead salad for a refreshing appetizer or side dish to enjoy.

    INGREDIENTS
    1/4 cup olive oil
    2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
    The juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
    1 teaspoon each dried oregano, rosemary
    8 cups arugula or other leafy green
    2 15-ounce can white bean...

  • 10 Min How Exercise Affects HRV & Resting Heart Rate

    Understand how healthy heart rate variability can influence overall health and wellbeing.

    ☑ HRV Metric Awareness
    ☑ Boosted Recovery Methods
    ☑ Improved Nervous System Health

    ✎ Pro Tip: Studies show that staying hydrated and maintaining a diet full of fermented foods, leafy greens, Vitamins C & E...

  • 1 Min Stop & Breathe

    When you become stressed, it can feel overwhelming and heavy. Sometimes, taking a second to stop and breathe can change your whole day around and make you feel a lot better.

    ☑ Improved Mindset
    ☑ Enhanced Mood
    ☑ Reduced Stress

    ☾ ☼ Best used if you are feeling stressed, or anytime you have a 1 mi...

  • 3 Min Type 1 Diabetes & Heart Health

    Explore the intricate relationship between Type 1 Diabetes and heart health, uncovering key strategies for cardiovascular wellness and blood sugar management.

    ☑ Reduced Risk Of Heart Disease
    ☑ Healthier Stress Response
    ☑ Cholesterol Management

    ✎ Learn The Science: Optimizing diabetes management...

  • 10 Min Qigong For Heart Health

    Support cardiovascular wellness through gentle, flowing movements that promote circulation, reduce stress, and calm the nervous system.

    ☑ Improved Circulation
    ☑ Lowered Stress Levels
    ☑ Strengthened Heart Function

    ✎ Learn The Science: Studies have shown Qigong can help lower blood pressure and i...

  • 3 Min Diagnostic Tests For Heart Disease

    Discover the essential diagnostic tests used to identify heart disease.

    ☑ Improved Health Management
    ☑ Increased Awareness
    ☑ Boosted Confidence

    ✎ Learn The Science: Advancements in medical imaging techniques, such as cardiac MRI and CT angiography, have significantly improved the accuracy and n...

  • 10 Min Happy Sweat Cardio

    An upbeat cardio session designed to raise your heart rate, boost your mood, and leave you feeling energized!

    ☑ Increased Cardiovascular Fitness
    ☑ Mood Boost
    ☑ Improved Energy

    ✎ Pro Tip: Choose a pace that allows you to stay moving comfortably while still feeling challenged.

    *This content is i...

  • 3 Min Cholesterol Myths Vs. Facts

    Gain an understanding of the basics of cholesterol by learning common myths and facts.

    ☑ Boosted Cholesterol Awareness
    ☑ Cholesterol Management
    ☑ Risk Factor Awareness

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Another common misconception about cholesterol is the idea that you would be able to tell on your own if you...

  • 2 Min How Kidney Health Impacts Blood Pressure

    Learn about the connection between kidney and cardiovascular health, and how to improve them.

    ☑ Regulated Blood Pressure
    ☑ Improved Cardiovascular Health
    ☑ Daily Lifestyle Improvements

    ✎ Learn The Science: Aldosterone is a hormone in the body that helps to regulate the balance of sodium and pot...

  • 3 Min The DASH Diet For Heart Disease Management

    Gain awareness on how the DASH method can boost your heart health and reduce your risk of disease.

    ☑ Improved Cardiac Health
    ☑ Boosted Diet Planning
    ☑ Enhanced Risk Management

    ✎ Learn The Facts: The DASH diet can lower uric acid levels and help reduce gout risk.

    *This content is intended for g...

  • 2 Min Supporting A Loved One With Heart Disease

    Learn ways to encourage healthy habits and navigate heart disease together.

    ☑ Heart Health Awareness
    ☑ Daily Lifestyle Modifications
    ☑ Heart Healthy Choices

    ✎ Pro Tip: Learn the symptoms of a heart attack so that you can be prepared for an emergency.

    *The program is intended for general info...

  • 3 Min Children's Health- Congenital Heart Disease

    Learn about congenital heart disease and defects among heart structure in children.

    ☑ Emergency Preparedness
    ☑ Symptom Awareness
    ☑ Treatment Options

    ✎ Learn The Science: While congenital heart diseases can only be treated through medication, checkups, and even surgery, some keys to reducing sym...