Written by: Dr Subita Alagh
24 June 2025
Looking fit on the outside doesn’t always mean your heart is safe. Even healthy, active people can be at serious risk, and often don’t see it coming.
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Staying active boosts heart health, blood pressure, and cholesterol. But it can’t erase risks hiding in your genes, stress, or family history.
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Athletes and personal trainers suffering heart attacks aren’t rare anymore. Their stories are a wake-up call for all of us.
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In India, early artery blockages are common, even in the fit. Family history, diabetes, or high cholesterol can quietly build risk. You may look healthy and still carry hidden danger.
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Long-term stress raises cortisol, disrupts sleep, and impacts habits. The emotional load often weighs more than we realize, especially on the heart.
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They often occur without pain or obvious symptoms. Young, active people are not immune, and early signs are easy to miss.
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– Skip processed foods – Walk 30–40 mins daily – Avoid tobacco – Prioritize good sleep – Break long sitting hours
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Fitness isn’t just physical. Unmanaged anxiety or burnout can undo progress and stress the heart.
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Being fit isn’t enough. Combine your healthy lifestyle with regular checkups.
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