What To Know About Running And YOUR HEART

[@runningchannel]

↓↓ Have you got any questions about running and your heart? Or suggestions of new videos you’d like us to make? Tell us in the comments below ↓↓

[@hairyairey]

I've had numerous ECGs, two echocardiagrams (one taken by someone else in my running club so she showed me my heart valves) and a cardiac MRI. I have high blood pressure caused by slight widening of the main artery from the heart (might have had that all my life) and cholesterol plaques. I think I have a small narrowing of the LAD artery. My visceral fat level is high as is my "bad" cholesterol level. I'm working on these. I am still running half-marathons in under 2 hours (hilly ones at that) yet bizarrely I am now not allowed to give blood. (Their rules could not be more opaque). Professor David Roberts, their associate medical director will be responding "shortly" (this was on January 7th). Even my current GP is surprised and is prepared to write back to them. Never at any point has any medical professional said I shouldn't exercise, in fact several of them want to get into running themselves. My now retired GP told me this am he's doing couch to 5k. Strangely enough most of the cardiac department in our local hospital seem to be regular runners. Two of them saved someone's life during the St Neots half-marathon - www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/health/heartfelt-reunion-cpr-cardiac-duo-who-saved-runners-life-1247291. Our club has arranged CPR training as has his - I'd be surprised if we have anyone left who can't do it. I'd like to see all four of you run the same event (any distance) and record your experience whilst running. No dog stroking allowed!

[@alisterdickson4476]

I broke my tibia and Fibea what are the best Excercise to warm up as I find it very painful if I try to run

[@Lukomeyan]

Thank you for this video. I have slightly high BP which does concern me a bit, but I'm pretty good very everything else is concerned. I have a question for you. Hopefully you can do a video on it, if you haven't already: Is there a way to determine your ability as a runner before you actually get superfit and superfast? I presume VO2 max will be involved, but you also mention that it increases with exercise. I have barely started after multiple injuries and aches and pains and sprains and I'm currently doing 3 to 4 km per day 5 to 7 days a week. PS. I am now 52 and I ran in my 20s with PBs of 18m30s for 5k, 42m16s for 10k and 1h37m36s for half-marathon. That was after 1 year of running reaching up to 60 km per week with no speedwork other than fartlek.

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

Hi Luke! You can try the Cooper test. warm up for 10 minutes and then run for 12 minutes non-stop keeping a fast pace you can sustain for the duration. On the internet, you can find a simple reference table that will tell you how fit you currently are based on the distance you've covered in 12 min.

[@markchapman2501]

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[@abbeyrosenz]

Before I started running my resting heart rate was 90bpm and would boost over 100 when I stood up. Got it down to 68bpm now!

[@ryangray600]

Wow good for you! That’s a huge difference

[@guitar300k]

How long does it takes to makes it down?

[@nicksaveka5078]

God dam that’s high resting HR! But better now obviously.. well done

[@zacwayman9473]

@@guitar300k months sometimes years depending how often you train etc.

[@Berdog21]

@@guitar300k usually a few months of consistency. Been running for a while now and my resting heart rate stays around 43

[@paulvinten7672]

Thanks for the video guys, this is so important. I started running 3 years ago at 35yrs old and had a collapse about 6 weeks in to couch to 5k. I got checked over, completed the great south run, took a bit of a break, and collapsed again after a parkrun. I was fully checked out after the second time and thankfully no heart condition was found. It was entirely my own fault, I didn’t go steady, didn’t listen to my body and I was dehydrated. In both instances I overworked my heart until my body shut down. Listen to your body, folks x

[@lean2281]

You collapsed doing couch to 5k lmao ? How unfit were you 😂

[@paulvinten7672]

@@lean2281 aren’t you a lovely human being. Hope you feel nice and big now

[@lean2281]

@paulvinten7672 not my fault you got that out of shape. And also. I highly doubt you collapsed

[@paulvinten7672]

@@lean2281 what an odd thing to say. I hope you’re ok, for some reason you seem to be wanting to pick a fight with people on the internet…. Enjoy your life. Twat

[@ShricharanArumugam95]

it could be low BP, so the body collapses ( or gets horizontal to facilitate blood to the brain) . Get your electrolytes in along with water. Although a little embarrassing, but You’ll be alright

[@steadman1969]

I had to get a medical check to run the Paris marathon 5 years ago. My heart scan said I had an enlarged left aorta which the specialist said was common for distance runners. I'm really glad I had the check. Gave me peace of mind.

[@TheAllyMor]

Hi dude. They probably said you had an enlarged left ventricle. I don't know tons about it but lessening the intensity of your running, ie. Your heart rate would probably be beneficial in the long run (scuse the pun!) Easier said than done!

[@rajkale4427]

It's just heart adaptation dude..! Don't worry about it

[@garethharding8904]

I've dealt with someone who suffered scd whilst it on a run. Always carry ID to help the emergency services identify you in an emergency

[@aulia0114]

I'm a beginner runner just started running 6 weeks ago, and yes my resting heart rate is down by 10 beats per minute

[@saveriodipoce2201]

I am 74. i live in Italy.I am been involved in all the main sports.Swimming,Bicycling,running,etc,at the amateur level.I have always take these tests as the young lady here,plus more.When i turned 50,my family Dr.suggested to start taking every five years an ultra sound of the valves of my heart.Plus to have an MRI at my head to see if i had any very small aneurysm, that in time could be devastating for me. Every year i also take a physical plus extensive blood tests. Then: Here in Italy,if you want compete at the amateur level,you need to get a certificate from a Sport Dr. that attests that you are cleared to compete.This Sport Dr. does EKG plus stress test on a running roller or a stationary bike.while you are hook up to wires to your body.I take these tests every year .So there you have it.Ciao from Italy.

[@KyriaNunNuit]

Well done! No wonder you're so fit and still going strong at your age: you take your health seriously and don't stint on the sports or the check-ups. Congrats and thanks for all the useful info! Keep strong! 🏃🌈♥️💪👍👍

[@saveriodipoce2201]

@@KyriaNunNuit Thank You.I just came back from a 50 km bike ride. We are still in lockdown,but amateur rider are allowed to ride,but we have some restrictions. We are not allowed to go in populated area since we are not wearing a mask. It is hard to do more km,since the towns here are one on top of the other. I can't wait to get over this mess. Ciao from Italy.

[@KyriaNunNuit]

@@saveriodipoce2201 We're actually neighbours and uts just as crazy where I'm living at the moment. Ciao to bella Italia from an Aussie in Slovenia. 😀

[@mribrahim8461]

Running had helped my Vo2 max increase by 5.0 since Oct 2019!

[@Aritul]

Wow! Congrats! Your hard work has paid off.

[@praneethabeysinghe506]

I liked this Video because it explains about your heart if you are a serious runner. I am 59 years old my passion is to run I have been running for the past 35years I ran on the road for nearly 20 years but now I Run on the Treadmill my average run every other day is 10km in one hour .up to date my longest Run was 20km in 2 hours I was able to do this only 4 times in the past years gone by but this year I did it again in the month of April. I felt absolutely thrilled . Many people over years tried to discourage me from runner they sighted many reasons one of them was that my heart will fail one day .today with God's grace I m still running intact today I am going to run my 10km. I would like to encourage anyone out there there is nothing more satisfying than RUNNING 🏃‍♂️. HAVE A PLEASANT DAY EVERYONE.

[@dannyjacobs6734]

Very beneficial information. Plenty of "how to run" vids out there. Been running for 5 years now and will be running my 4th marathon in a couple weeks. 6 years ago, I was slightly overweight, high BP and on BP meds, also type 2 diabetic. Now, at 52, zero meds (per doc), 7.9 % body fat, weight 140 lbs, and no longer diabetic, with normal bp! I feel better than I did 35 years ago while in high school. Wife is a paramedic and has access to EKG machine and monitor my BP regularly. 😁👍

[@Bigboss-xe6lm]

Holy shit. Good job man! Respect!

[@RickMartinYouTube]

I can't imagine ever running again without a heart rate monitor to keep an eye on - - it has allowed me to enjoy running when I really despised it years ago when I didn't know about heart rate training zones.

[@mmj1342]

Same here! It totally transformed my running and enjoyment of it. Cheers.

[@willcooper3091]

Hi guys - really great, informative video! I'd highly recommend everyone to do an EGC screening with CRY. I had one done at school, about 5-6 years ago at a time where I was running competitively, competing for my county in XC. They discovered that I had a condition called WPW and were able to refer me to a cardiologist to see what the next steps would be. It meant that I had to spend some time away from running, but after the appointments having a small procedure done, I was given the all clear to go back to race again. This is the sort of condition which could have potentially led to SCD and one that I definitely wouldn't have known if I hadn't had a screening, as I'd had no symptoms like palpitations. Now I'm able to run and train without concern or worry about heart conditions having been through this process. Thanks again The Running Channel for promoting this content and highlighting the importance of a healthy heart! :)

[@runningchannel]

Hey William. Thanks so much for sharing your story. Really glad to hear that you were able to catch the condition early and get it all sorted and back to running. Happy running 🙌 (Anna)

[@pedrob8787]

serious stuff here, but very well presented! Im still helping my father in law after his heart attack last year - thanks anna! Happy Running

[@emilybroderick2421]

We have a saying in nursing school that a heart is only as good as its tubing. It's complicated, but the gist is that a strong heart won't help you for long if your tubing is too hard or gummed up to keep the flow of blood going. So thanks for bringing that up!

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for watching! And sharing your extra info with us!

[@CantStayAwake]

I know a woman who’s son, an ultra runner, suddenly died from cardiac arrest while on his morning run in the local park. So sad and such a loss for the local running community... My husband is a talented runner and twice has had cardiac arrhythmias from long distances. It’s definitely concerning...

[@runningchannel]

So sorry to hear about this!

[@stryder99]

Great, informative video! After running a few years, it's easy to just assume my heart is in good shape. Hearing your doc say that conditions can still develop over time encouraged me to get myself checked out.

[@AdvancedLiving]

I just received an Apple Watch as a birthday present recently. Holy crap the heart information you get from them!

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[@bonguepoa]

Advanced Living life

[@TJB_333]

Way more people die of heart attacks from leading sedentary lives, than do from running. Let's keep things in perspective folks 😁

[@gesund_mit_chris_IG]

Not to forget nutrition though!😅👍💪🏼

[@bkohler89]

@@MrAlexroadking i do cardio on the eliptical bike 3 times a week for 30 min at 80% MHR NO more than 3 times a week is needed

[@musgrave6886]

that is true; but the main point here is that scd among runners happens also.

[@chrisgibson8863]

Yeah I feel like people take this kind of information and use it to justify not running or excersizing.

[@DavidSmith-fs5qj]

@@bkohler89 If you want to run a fast 10k, or 5k or half marathon, you will need to run more than 3 times a week.

[@bethanyandrews3569]

I’m currently training for my first half marathon as part of the Cardiac Risk in the Young team so this was super interesting, thank you!

[@johngardner1898]

I love the spirit and intent of this video. My friend John died earlier this year from a heart attack while running. Rather than an EKG, or even a stress test, both good, I recommend an Echo test (sort of a sonogram for the heart) and a CTA test (with the dye). Both of these test for very specific heart status and function and could identify someone at risk even if that person is highly trained.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for the feedback John and sorry to hear about your friend.

[@roshnimodi80]

My dad 's 2 ecg s and tropinin came clear and negative during his heart attack and we took him back home.. And we lost him.. Im a runner and very concerned about about my genetics

[@chriscotton2]

I had a sudden cardiac arrest after 11miles of the 2019 Bristol Half Marathon. Within a minute I had CPR from the St Johns Ambulance and was defibbed by the side of the road with other runners still running by and spent the next 5 days in an induced coma. Turns out I had high cholesterol and despite a reasonably healthy lifestyle, 2 of my arteries needed stents. I'm now back running and the stents have done a great job as I managed a 5K PB just last week with a lower heart rate. The recovery was actually quicker than coming back from the achilles injury I had this time last year. It's really worth getting checked.. ECG and blood tests on cholesterol will flag up most issues... I'm one of the lucky ones, less than 1 in 20 come back from cardiac arrest.

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

your problem is 100% due to a very poor diet. As a runner, you have to understand that what you eat affects your performance way more than training. It took me 3 years but now I think I know for certain that a plant-based diet with a high carb percentage and very low fat and protein is the best. I'd recommend you find someone to refer to. A plant-based diet could get you as far as stopping taking cholesterol meds. Worth a try, isn't it? :)

[@dandeelyonn]

That was my first race! I also remember it was unbelievably hot for the time of year, which I think got a lot of people (maybe more dehydration?)

[@michaelgoode9555]

A great and informative video but the same applies to adopting any regular exercise regime such as cycling, swimming, fitness classes, etc. I guess that the message is that four hours or more of exercise a week is incredibly good for you.

[@Whit23ney]

I’ve been running a little over a year. When I started, my resting HR was 90 and I’d easily reach a 215bpm HR while running. Now, my resting is 60bpm and my hardest runs yield a HR of 185bpm. Also, I’ve gone from running a 10k at 11:30min per mile to just 9min per mile! I’m running my first half marathon in three weeks and I’m so excited!!!! I’ve never felt better and I LOVE running and so does my heart! 🏃🏻‍♀️❤️

[@twincherry4958]

I'll settle for my 1mile in 20mins😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@Jaigarful]

Oh wow, pushing yourself to 215 BPM with your heart is nuts, thats dangerously high. I'm panting and almost dying around 180 bpm. But thats a decent improvement over a year. Though I'm surprised your resting heart rate is that high? I would expect it to be around 55-60.

[@Whit23ney]

Jaigarful my resting is 60 now, so not sure what you mean, unless you’re referring to my sedentary lifestyle before. Average resting for non-athletes is above 60bpm. Yes, that was an incredibly high bpm back then, but it’s improving.

[@TheArtofBlues]

Happy to hear that! Keep it up!!

[@ladylouroll2]

I had an ECG done whilst in hospital last month, the nurses face dropped when she saw the reading then stared at me and asked if i was a runner? Turns out ive lowered my heart rate quite alot pretty cool what running does to our bodies :). Thanks for another great video.

[@Artimus128]

I’ve just subscribed to your channel , I’ve ran for many years off and on , always kept reasonably fit , good diet , I don’t carry any weight , 12 days ago totally out of the blue I had an heart attack , life changer for me , stent fitted I’m 61 , resting at the moment , and fingers crossed I can get back to running / jogging , moral of the story is get checked regular , I thought I was just fine

[@armella_ultramyggen]

My first heart doctor, said I couldn`t do any sport, due to a moderately leaky heart valve. But I didn`t listen and did a bike race 333km in 14 hours. Said it to the doctors, when I was at a control and they couldn`t see any changes. So I do a lot of sport now, but I also listen to my body and go to regular controls. Right now I`m training for my very first full marathon :)

[@erik4177]

1:55 the cardiomyopathy mentioned here runs in my family and I luckily do not have the genetic predisposition, meaning I‘m completely healthy. It affects approximately 1:5000 people, but for me the chance of getting it was 50%. Still gives me goosebumps realising I nearly got sidelined for the rest of my life at age 24. Be greatful for your health and don’t take it for granted people.

[@bigmartin]

How about a similar video on diabetes?. I started running after a type II diabetes diagnosis, combined with a low carb diet I lost 35kgs and reversed the diabetes. I’m off diabetes meds and in love with running now. I’ve met many types II diabetics who weren’t aware of the benefits of running, and I’ve met many runners who had diabetes in the family who were able to pass on this advice. The group I train with now has two people who’ve reversed diabetes through running

[@arthurnelson9747]

Pay attention to yourself and your health: I ran the Hapalua (half marathon), did a full physical two weeks later. My doctor said I was in great health, heart was great. I told him I needed a cardiologist referral, as I'd get winded walking upstairs. He couldn't believe it, but he scheduled me with a cardiologist three weeks out. Only five days after the physical, I was calling 9-1-1 with a heart attack. I'm alive because I knew something was wrong, and recognized the symptoms when the heart attack commenced. My quick response limited the heart muscle damage. My "new" ER cardiologist told me and my son that despite doing all the right things, genetics got me. And he pointed to my son, saying "That applies to you too." Two and a half years later, I'm still running, but not as hard as I used to. And my finishing kick is out of the question!

[@raymondelliot4605]

Thanks for that insight to looking after our hearts. Great advice. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@runems]

This video hit home for me. In mid Aug 2018 (after long spell of being inactive) I experienced symptoms of what I thought was a heart attack; tightness in chest, crushing sensation in throat, left arm tingling. Had an ECG and was diagnosed with a 'right bundle branch block', WTF. Had further tests, stress echo test on treadmill, etc, end result the Cardiologist said I didn't have an actual heart attack (thankfully), but I have a couple of electrical fibers in my heart that are struggling. They said I was probably born with this. I was advised to lose 20 kg (44 pounds) and keep it off; which to date I have lost 13 kg (28-29 pounds) and counting. I am having another checkup soon to keep on top of this. When people ask me if I started running due to the health scare, I tell them no, the health scare woke up the runner in me that's been dormant for 30 years; been running since Nov 2018 and haven't stopped. Discovered this channel only this year in Jan, but already you have made me a better runner. Love this channel. Thank you. PS: added the pounds with the kg for you Anna as I know you hate maths (you're not alone haha). Cheers.

[@poppyozark]

Young lady you are a breath of fresh air. Thank you for such an informative video.

[@luisfialho99]

Running lowered my resting heart rate from 90-100 bpm to 75-85 in 1 month. My heart rate is a bit high but I already went to the doctor and he told me that I don't have any problems.

[@jeighlynn2667]

I've always ran all my life, but one thing that I have found that makes my body love me even more is adding other forms of exercise like cycling to complement my running. It is nice to have some other exercise to fall back on especially when my body just can't handle my enthusiasm for running.

[@grahamstrouse1165]

Cross-training is always a good idea. 🙂

[@sammulhare302]

Lost almost 10 bpm off my average heart rate after 2 months of solid running!

[@Aritul]

That's excellent!

[@thegentleman4874]

Wow! My resting heart rate went from 82 to 53 after about 3 months of running. I live comfortably in the knowledge that my heart is infinitely healthier than it was before.

[@bkohler89]

@@thegentleman4874 mine is currently 47 bpm :)

[@diggdirkler]

Wow, this was a really good video. I'm beginning training for my first marathon and I think I will make an appointment for a screening.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks so much for watching. It never hurts to get checked over for peace of mind, especially when you’re doing something you haven’t done before (Anna)

[@reaganmaggs6426]

Another great video very informative 👍🏻 I started my running journey because of a heart attack and I wished I’d started earlier in life

[@hareeshp1205]

Thanks for the video,was really informative. What I feel is ultimately we should be able to run worry less. It’s better to monitor your HR while running. The more strenuous the riskier it is….as long as your HR is in comfort zone you can run any distances.

[@Jinx-ig1fz]

It's great that you took the time out to do an ECG. Overall health is essential.

[@lamby1074]

Hope everyone that’s doing red January is still going and safe , only 2 days left but my knees feel like the moon landed on them 😱

[@hairyairey]

3 days this year I have run twice, actually my knees and everything else is fine. I am sleeping like a baby. Waking up every two hours (kidding - I'm sleeping really well).

[@llllllllllllllllaura]

going well! enjoying being able to say “i’ve run everyday this year”😄

[@lamby1074]

Laura Jane big fat curry Friday night as a reward 👍🏃‍♂️🏁

[@jeancater1388]

Lamby 10 I’ve run every day with no problems. One more day and then a half marathon on Feb. 2. Woo!

[@lamby1074]

Jean Cater that’s too far for me but sure ur do it no problem 💪🏻

[@Mohammad-on5qo]

I will go do a screening as soon as possible, thank you for this.

[@runningchannel]

No problem & hope all happy and healthy for you.

[@TM-yn3zr]

When I run (or sometimes when i think i dont feel like it) I think about all the people who cannot run, for whatever reason -- age, illness, poor conditioning, economic/social circumstances, whatever -- and realize that our ability is a God given privilege and opportunity that many wish they had. If I could fly, I would fly every day. I can run, so I want to run as much as possible and for as long as possible in my life. There may come a time when it will end.

[@kevinlance1813]

Have run my most miles in a single month ever this month. A little knee pain thankfully no heart stuff. grim. Scares the old people.

[@HS99876]

Very good information, Thank you.. Slow Jogging ( Niko Niko) , running at speed of walking ( 155 to 180 Step per Min) is a good way to move from walking to running or just take your walking to next level !!! Slow Jogging is very easy on your body, specially your knees, it just elevate your heart rate without the risk of injury !!!! If you can walk then you can do the slow jogging , no matter what age you are!!! I started slow jogging eight months ago and now running 10k , three times a week at less than 6 minutes per Km, I am 58.

[@150mattjackson]

I suffered a SCD aged 24 while in the gym! Cardiac risk in the young are amazing ❤

[@brentschmgbert3578]

what do you mean cardiac risk is amazing?

[@150mattjackson]

@@brentschmgbert3578 Cardiac risk in the young are a charity that specialises is screening under 35's for undiagnosed heart conditions.

[@brentschmgbert3578]

@@150mattjackson oh I see! Thanks for clearing up my misunderstanding 😅

[@150mattjackson]

@@brentschmgbert3578 no worries 😁

[@freefalldamir5765]

I love that Jacket! Great video as well :)

[@PravinPatil41]

I had high blood pressure 160/90. Was taking medications for a year but since I started running my bp is normal 120/74 and I don't need to take medications.

[@filmic1]

Hey Pravin, I'm T2 Diabetic and my bp was 140/80 or borderline 140/90 and my MD put me on a bp med. I'm now finding my resting bp often at 117/72 now, but that's with the meds.

[@PravinPatil41]

@@filmic1 How long have you been running?

[@filmic1]

@@PravinPatil41 I started in 2005-6 I guess. I was morbidly obese and I couldn't jog 100m and had to do something about it. Then started working on prepping for a Montreal 1/2 Marathon for 2008 and 2009. I finished them but don't ask me my time!! ;) I'm flabbergasted I never had a coronary during all that! I started this journey following John Stanton's 'Running from Start to Finish.' He's the founder of The Running Room here in Canada. Great book/guide.

[@PravinPatil41]

@@filmic1 nice 👍 Had you not been running you would have definitely needed a couple of stents by now.

[@vishnu6398]

Hi Pravin Patil, how is the BP now, are you still jogging?

[@deans6571]

A year and a half ago, when I did zero exercise, my resting heart rate was 60 BPM. Now, after doing 30 mins of HIIT, 5 days a week and doing a 6 K run every Saturday morning, my resting heart rate is 48 BPM. 💪🏼

[@munchi5459]

Good job, you’re an inspiration

[@kostasastro]

I cannot stress this more than what Anna said at the video, if you run or are starting to run go and do a stress test and an ultrasound in order to see your heart's condition. Especially if you are near 40 (like myself) and do a followup checkup once every 2 years (schedule it near your birthday). A sudden heart failure while you run is not an easy thing especially for your family. Last weekend a well known runner in the Greek running community passed away at a 10k finish line from heart failure, everyone is devastated so GO CHECK YOUR HEART NOW. P.S. I checked mine last week and everything is a ok and i can run 100k for that matter P.P.S. Sadly this has done nothing at my love life 🤣

[@tecumsehred59]

News flash if your going to have a heart attack your going to have a heart attack no matter if you get an ekg, ultrasound etc. and it won’t stop you from having a heart attack we’re all going to die some day just enjoy your exercise and stop being all paranoid.

[@emperor8716]

​@@tecumsehred59 you dumb ash

[@kalicharankhetwal]

Thanks a lot for valuable information. Tomorrow I will see a doctor and get through ECG.

[@joeschmo9953]

Great food for the neurotics among us. Running and other intense activities are the best means of relieving stress.

[@PkerOfThePures2699]

In an NIH study from 2016, looking at surface EKG predictors for SCA, concluded that there was no individual EKG finding has been able to adequately stratify patients with regard to SCA. Should you have a baseline EKG, yes; but will it hint at if you will die from SCA, no. They will use the baseline to compare down the road and/or to confirm a cardiac event has occurred. A better indicator of risk is looking at risk factors that were barely touched on at the end of the video.

[@leemooney9200]

Interesting & informative video. I had a heart attack, with no warning signs, when out training with my club 3 years ago and following surgery (stents) was told I was extremely lucky and had only a 6% chance of survival but my running fitness has undoubtedly helped. Cardiologist was really positive, and a runner, and true to his word I was back training 2 months later and racing a month after that. I have eased off a bit and now and only race up to 10K also qualified as a coach.

[@Stevo74777]

I had a heart attack a week ago while training with no warning signs leading up to the event either, had 2 stents put in . So glad to see there is hope for getting back to training again

[@leemooney9200]

@@Stevo74777 Welcome to the stent club! I did the cardio rehab course I was offered by the hospital which got my confidence back and then eased myself back into a training routine. One of the biggest issues I had was the medication especially beta blockers which made running difficult so I took them after exercise as opposed to before and things have improved. Good luck.

[@Stevo74777]

@@leemooney9200 Thank you! signed up for rehab course and will take it from there.

[@Bolastristes68]

Great video,. For people over 40 it is also recommended to perform an ECG under stress (i.e. while running). I personally recommend to perform an echocardiogram under stress, just to be on the safe side. I enjoy running, specially ultras . it's my intention to keep going for many years 😁

[@ejquezad]

Thank you for doing this.

[@Michael-4]

Even more important after the last couple of years.

[@benofbens6446]

After the jibby jabs seems like a lot of people are dropping from heart attacks.

[@nicksaveka5078]

My resting hr during sleep now is inthe 40s sometimes .. I’ve been training for my first ultra marathon 50k past 10-11weeks and it’s in two weeks time … my ability now to run 20-22km on a regular weekly basis has improved drastically… I’ve been able to do repeat 800s and 400s at track sessions with reasonable consistent times … 3mins roughly and 400s at 63-66sec repeats… it’s been such a journey I am now 101kg- was 112kg 3Months ago Hoped to be 98kg by my race day 😊

[@mayaceasar55]

My teacher in high school was a football coach, fit as can be, and died of a heart attack while he was on a jog. That was hard for the whole school

[@benlarter7915]

Really good video. Running has improved fitness here so much but worth building up slowly

[@sherlockholmes9547]

Running can never be bad for you!

[@jasmynpolitethebraillefana4179]

Ever since I found out my weight is 179 after celebrating my birthday with cake I started running at my school Gym and playing frisbee. I have to do a lot of cardiovascular exercise for the sport I'm in which is frisbee. So I am really doing my heart and body a good favor!

[@thatguygreg]

Interesting video. In Spain all full time workers have to go for an annual health check which includes an ECG so I get my ticker checked every year. So far so good for me. My resting HR before I started running was about 60 bpm which is on the good side of the normal range (60-70 I believe). As I continued running my resting HR started to slowly go down. The drop was quite slow initially but since starting low HR training it has really slowed down significantly. Current resting HR today was 51, trending down from 54-57. One morning it was 48! Health is such an important aspect and imo the most important aspect of training. It's a shame some people put weight loss and smashing a PR ahead of their overall health. Not a good idea! Better to be healthy and run a minute slower than put yourself at risk.

[@hjhaaksma]

Would resting heartrate be while asleep? Or when at rest during day time? For me that is a few beats difference on average

[@thatguygreg]

@@hjhaaksma while awake. I measure my HR as soon as I wake up (within five mins of getting out of bed). Don’t use any device to track my sleep but I imagine it’s a little lower when I’m sleeping. I check my HR manually with two fingers on the wrist.

[@AndyBeal1]

Another excellent video. One of the most comprehensive I've seen that shares the importance of heart screening for runners. Another good one for new runners would be how to manage your asthma while running. :)

[@nollys8523]

Andy Beal we are often the “heavy breathers” some runners complain about. I don’t think the fact that Asthma is involved has ever been considered.

[@tomb7427]

Glad to know you're all ok Anna!

[@runningchannel]

Cheers Tom 👍 (Anna)

[@Safetyguy56]

“ 0.5 death ....”. I know its statistically correct - but still I chuckled 🤪🤔🏃

[@citizen1981]

Were they half dead?

[@paps5485]

Thank you for your wonderful videos, I am so inspired and at the same time I have got answers to many questions I had in my mind.. I started of running 5k then was inspired to try 10k and was successful...I don't have a great pace though ,but still happy I am able to run 10k now...can you please help by posting a video on weekly plan for running a half marathon and it's preps...I am aiming to run for 21.1k eventually ...keep inspiring ,keep running :)

[@SlenderManPL]

I actually smoke and find it pretty hard to quit it... but as I picked up running i see myself smoking less and less. Now I am training for my first ever half-marathon, and I didnt even know I could do a 10K after roughly two weeks of training! Wish me luck both with quitting and the race!

[@jodwai]

A very informative video, I liked that you showed the process of having a ECG! I was advised to get one when my sister was diagnosed with a heart condition after collapsing during a boot-camp style exercise class but I've been too nervous. I have just started running so thank you for giving me the push I need to get my heart finally checked!

[@runningchannel]

Really sorry to hear about your sister, but hope she’s made a full recovery, and SO happy that this has made it seem less daunting for you. It’s honestly quick and painless and so worth your time to get checked out (Anna)

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

Runners, if you care about your heart then there's three things you gotta do: 1. Get your heart tested, possibly on an ergometer, which is basically a static bike paired with a machine that monitors your blood pressure and heart rate while exercising at different intensities. 2. Eat well (no meat/dairy of any kind, no processed food, no trans fat) and try to aim for an 80:10:10 carb/fat/protein distribution. Strive to get your fuel from good sources like wholegrain, oats, beans, leafy greens and fresh fruit. If you're a heart patient, then beetroot juice is fantastic for you because it improves endothelial function. 3. Run most of your miles SLOWLY. And by slowly I mean so slow you can speak full sentences or you can breathe in/out through your nose without difficulty). This will give your body time to adjust and repair itself, make you faster (yes, you read that right) and prepare your body for faster workouts.

[@philiphoward4966]

I have spent my whole life involved in sport at a high level, athletics, trained 5 days a week sometimes twice a day rested on the 6th raced on the 7th. represented my county and raced in International invitation events. When I gave it up I played serious squash for 20 years and eventually took up winter ski-ing which I did for 11 years. It was a wonderful time, I had a heart rate at rest of 21 and 140 after training. I was super fit. However in later life I developed some serious heart problems, arrhythmia being the most serious one, I have had many medical procedures, 2 ablation ops which proved to be very successful, it was a price worth paying, I survived being buried in a avalanche which I would not have been able to do but for being so strong and fit. Enjoy it but have regular check -ups.

[@runningchannel]

Wow Philip! Thanks so much for sharing your story! Sorry to hear you've had some health issues, thanks for the tip about having check ups - it's definitely important 😊

[@bkohler89]

you had a resting heart rate of 21 bpm??? WOW you must of been super fit

[@lamby1074]

Anna your all heart 🤎 great info though it’s something we never would know or think about thanks 👍🏃‍♂️

[@gypsierose3611]

Running stole my heart

[@runningchannel]

True that!

[@hairyairey]

You look so excited Anna.

[@andyisaacs4554]

Great video Anna , I think this is the first time I’ve seen a video about runners and the heart , great info . Time for a check up

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Andy, glad you found it useful (Anna)

[@andyisaacs4554]

The Running Channel I did see you at the Birmingham National Running Show but my nerves got the better of me , next time I’ll say Hi

[@zyghom]

For athletes the stress ECG seems to be more proper than the static one (however any is better than none). I ran on the treadmill at the hospital until I got around 95% of my max HR and then the results were completely different from the static one. BTW 1: many of us have some conditions and the fact that we are running might only bring them to the surface. So, if you check your health, you might start attending them well in advance. BTW 2: the doctor immediately asked me for how long I am running while seeing my left ventricle augmented ;-) - a heart, like every other muscle is growing while in use - that is also why we can easily decrease our resting HR Very good video, most of the endurance runners should check periodically their health status due to the fact that we are pushing our bodies above the "ordinary" limits

[@sol029]

About 6 weeks since I started running. Resting heart rate down over 20bpm. 41 years old. Recently quit smoking and started cycling and running regularly.

[@runningchannel]

Wow well done!

[@good_to_be_gold8]

I run in moderation. Just my way of cardio when I need to get out and get physical.

[@jmanly123]

Last time I went to ask for an ECG they said no, no need for it . Going private it costs around GBP300 or something like that, so didn't do it. Might have to treat myself for my 50th in a few years.

[@alandiegovillalobos]

Would love a video about the importance of salt and running, since salt is the main electrolite in the body.

[@infinityfitSpokane]

Good video thanks. Given the time of year and weather concerns, what about ways to stay fit for running over the winter beside treadmills? Or considerations for getting out in bad/winter weather conditions? Might already be in your library I suppose, as I haven’t watched everything.

[@resilientfarmsanddesignstu1702]

Good idea to get your heart tested before adopting a runner’s lifestyle or before an unusually stressful run or competitive “race” if you are into such things.

[@jamescole30]

Really good and interesting video, its something you dont really think about but so important! 👍

[@emilykelly9809]

Great video as always guys

[@hammerridecycling7630]

i have a brady cardia from cycling

[@namits3775]

Just to comment on my experience I had a "cheap" well man test and the ECG (which was 2 lead) came up with an "anomaly". I then went for an "expensive" test, because of course you worry, and this was 12 lead Bruce Protocol test and echo cardiogram. Everything was fine. The consultant mentioned the 2 lead don't pick up the fact you are fit. So wasted some money there, however piece of mind I guess. Listen to your body is my best advice. All these tests (I've done a few, Lactate, V02, RMR, Metabolic Efficiency, Sweat test) for me personally send you down a rabbit hole and can be a waste of time (unless you like stats) - since ignoring the watch, listening to the body, my PB's have all improved.

[@phily8020]

The heart is a muscle at the end of the day, there is only so much it can take....

[@susierobertson2703]

Thank you for the video, I had not idea that it is possible to get your heart tested if you're very active in the UK, but I've subscribed to the Cardiac Risk in the Young service and hopefully can get an appointment soon as I run a lot but people in my family have had heart conditions.

[@runningchannel]

Thanks for sharing!

[@RK-oj4yx]

Hey Anna...one video on elevation... By the way today morning did 16k run...

[@damndisplace07]

You're awesome Anna!🙌

[@Yamaha_Bolt]

Why am I just discovering this channel now! Great video, I’m a marathon running with high systolic blood pressure on medication to control it but it has me concerned about excessive exercise.

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

then stop eating meat and dairy and see what happens.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I've been reading a book calledThe Oxygen Advantage, Patrick McKeown and I would love you to look into his breathing techniques for running and perhaps test it out with an oximeter! Breath light to breathe right!

[@MrMacroVision]

running hasnt helped my love life :(

[@SlenderManPL]

MrMacroVision F :(

[@Ace_Angelo]

:((((((

[@joshuamontgomery2298]

get an escort lol

[@petereastwood7868]

It might give you an edge if you are ever trying to get away from her enraged husband, though.

[@Trex100]

Perhaps your name should be MrMicroVision.

[@anitahartman6684]

interesting to watch, only that is not a MRI scan at 08:09, that is a CT scan.

[@ifonly2675]

@7:23 Does Rick naturally runs like that or is it for comedy effect ?

[@howarddavies782]

Running is a great exercise when not taken to the extreme. Studies show that calcification of the arteries is more common in marathon runners than people who run shorter distances. However, apparently the calcium is more stable and less likely to cause problems. Check out Micah True on youtube TedX, who ran with the Tarahumara in the Mexican canyons, he died I believe at age 56 from idiopathic cardiomyopathy. Good video.

[@mmj1342]

That Journal of American College of Cardiology study she cited might be misleading because the amount of training of the runners was only 6-13 miles/week. Marathon training usually entails way more weekly mileage, so maybe the study showed more support for runners training for 5K or 10K. There's previous research that has shown multiple marathons to damage the heart.

[@snakey973]

I'm a distance runner of 3 decades and just found out my right ventricle is enlarged and has some disfunction- likely from years of pushing myself in running. I'm so sad 😥

[@TheFolkTube]

I’m curious, how much does this test cost in the UK?

[@billylane7336]

Great video 👌 ... would it be informative to add a video explaining Heart rates zones, and what HR people should be working out at as i feel too many people work out regularly at a near Max HR , thanks

[@runningchannel]

Thanks Billy! We’ll get it added to the list! (ANNA)

[@miloss208]

A very useful video! Can you record a one about how running affects lungs, and how people with asthma can exercise?