Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about exercise and the heart:

1. Do I have a heart condition or other problem that restricts my ability to exercise?
   
   
2. What specific benefits can I expect if I start exercising?
   
   
3. What types of exercise do you recommend for me?
   
   
4. Are there any types of exercise I should not do?
   
   
5. At what level should I start?
   
   
6. How fast and how much should I increase my activity level?
   
   
7. Should I use a heart monitoring device while exercising?
   
   
8. Do I need to follow any particular precautions when exercising?
   
   
9. What are the warning signs of overexertion?
   
   
10. When should I seek medical help if I’ve overexerted myself?
    
    
11. Do I use any medications that might interfere with a regular exercise program?
    
    
12. How quickly will I achieve results from exercising?