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My Ejection fraction went from a 29 to a 40 and now it is more difficult to get my BPM up to where I used to. My pacemaker is set at 70. What should my exercise rate be? It is not what it used to be. Should I exercise for a longer period of time or raise the level of difficulty of the exercise?
I’d sure ask my cardio doc that question…
I want to know that question also. I have low EF, which at one point was just 15 percent, after two years it is now 40 percent, I continue Pray for more increase.
To ensure effective exercise for heart disease, your target heart rate should not exceed 60 percent of your heart rate reserve (HRR). You can calculate your HRR by subtracting your resting heart rate from your maximum predicted heart rate (220 minus your age). If you're unsure how to calculate this or need reassurance Show Full Answer
Barb B is definitely right! You really need to ask your cardiologist that. I just started exercising a bit at a time. Getting stronger and stronger doing more and more. I watch myself when I get too tired I rest. My EF has improved ‘
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