But just one hour a day, four days a week can help make the difference between a long, healthy life, and one spent fighting a difficult, often unsuccessful battle with heart disease. Dr. Douglas Zipes, Director of the Krannert Institute of Cardiology, part of the Clarian Cardiovascular Center, says committing to an exercise program can make a big difference.
Good cholesterol goes up, bad cholesterol goes down.
It has an impact on blood sugar levels. It makes blood vessels begin to respond in a more normal way. It can definitely have an impact on the progression of coronary disease. Together, those statistics put thousands of people at risk to develop heart disease each year. Enlist a relative or friend to exercise with you, and surround yourself with supportive people who won't tempt you to skip workouts.