Winter Heart Protection Tip #4: Have a Plan
Layering up is important, but so is having a plan. When you get out there to shovel snow, for example, don’t push too hard. Schedule yourself enough time to take care of the work or do it in shifts (do half in the morning and half at night). Don’t rush through it. Take breaks when needed and allow yourself adequate rest. If your neighbor has a snow blower, perhaps ask them for some help. If your heart condition is serious enough or you have a large property, you should hire a neighborhood kid to take care of the snow shoveling for you and get your winter activity in milder ways, like going for a walk.