Heart attack cases are on the rise among young people and celebrities. Kannada star Dileep Raj’s abrupt death shook the fans and industry to the core. Actor Rakesh Poojari also reportedly died from a heart attack months ago. The death earlier this year of the Power Star Puneeth Rajkumar had been the headline and sparked a national conversation on fitness and heart health across India.
After events like this, there are many people asking themselves, “Why are even regular gym-goers suffering heart attacks?” Nutrition expert Naveen Kumar says that people who simply go to the gym are not at risk, but excessive exercise, no appropriate rest and improper use of supplements can seriously damage their health.
Many youngsters attempt to work out beyond their limits in an effort to strengthen their muscles quite rapidly, according to experts. Intensive workouts without recovery that lasts can strain the heart even more. Not enough rest, mental stress, unhealthy eating, lack of sleep, steroid-based supplements and stress-induced eating may also lead to serious heart problems.
Another concern has been the misuse of gym supplements and bodybuilding injections also being abused. Most people take protein powders, steroids and performance-enhancing substances even in the absence of doctors' advice. Experts say sometimes products marketed as “instant muscle builders” may be full of toxic chemicals that harm the heart, liver and kidneys.
Tips to Avoid Health Risks:
- Never take gym supplements without your doctor’s intervention.
- Avoid steroid injections and other unknown powders.
- Stop overtraining and training too hard and overworking.
- Take care of your sleep and eat well.
- Get regular health check-ups before starting intense exercise.
- Exercise only on a supervised basis.
Expert opinion for a prolonged duration! The health care industry has long said fitness should be about long-term health, not competition or shortcuts. The safest way to maintain health and fitness is simply to eat naturally, exercise wisely and sleep well.
