5 Get exercise
Getting your heart pumping with at least 30 minutes of moderate-level exercise on most days of the week will help stave off heart disease, according to the AHA. Artinian also recommends staying conscious of how active you are while you exercise. A fast-paced walk or jog, for example, will do your heart more good than a leisurely stroll.
And don’t forget to pair physical activity with a relatively low-calorie diet. “Only take in as many calories as you expend through exercise,” adds Artinian.
