Seeking treatment and keeping up with your medication schedule are key for living with an arrhythmia. Identifying and avoiding your “triggers”—such as alcohol, stress, or caffeine—are also important precautions to take if you have a heart arrythmia. While beginning or maintaining a physical exercise program can significantly benefit heart health, you’ll want to avoid over-exertion: talk with your healthcare provider about what will be safe for you and your individual condition.