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Cardio Exercises for a Healthy Heart

By Sharon O'Brien, About.com

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Vigorous Cardio Activities for Older Adults

If you have some experience with cardio exercise and have increased your endurance to at least a moderate level, these activities may be safe for you to do.

People who have been inactive for a long time or who have certain health risks should not start with these activities. Remember to get your health care provider's approval before beginning any form of exercise.

  • Climbing stairs or hills
  • Shoveling snow
  • Brisk bicycling up hills
  • Digging holes
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