At Vivo, we love hearts – we especially love keeping hearts healthy and happy. While there are risk factors that are out of our control, there are many lifestyle factors that we can take actionable steps to do our best and keep our hearts healthy. Read on to learn more about heart disease, lifestyle risk factors, and the steps you can take to prevent heart disease in your life.
Did You Know?
Heart disease affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults and is the second leading cause of death in Canada. For women, it is the leading cause of death worldwide and top cause of premature death in women in Canada. Learn more on the risks specific to women.
Lifestyle Risk Factors Include:
- Unhealthy diet
- Physical inactivity
- Excessive alcohol and drug abuse
- Stress
- Smoking
- Unhealthy Weight
Steps You Can Take to Prevent Heart Disease:
- Eat a healthy diet complete with whole foods
- Stay active
- Reduce stress
- Maintain a healthy weight
Choose Vivo as Part of Your Healthy Heart Plan!
As a Vivo Member you can walk or jog in the Indoor Park, strength train in the Fitness Centre, join as many Drop-In Fitness Classes as you’d like, belong to community, deepen connections with neighbours, reduce stress, and enjoy moving your body in many different ways. Learn more about becoming a Vivo Member today. We also offer First Aid and CPR certification classes so that you can be ready for emergency situations!