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Guidlines for starting a workout program at age 45. i have high cholesterol and a family history of heart disease?

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Dr. James Henning answered

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Caution but optimism: A visit to your internist for a baseline evaluation (history, physical, labs) will determine how quickly you can ramp up to vigorous exercise. Most mds will err on the side of "caution." but, that's good! you'll be protected, feel confident and excited to move forward!

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Answered 4/3/2019

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