Adherence

Regular moderate-to-vigorous exercise (≥4 hours/week) significantly reduces the long-term risk of sudden cardiac death in women, despite a transiently elevated risk during acute exertion.

For women concerned about heart health, engaging in at least 4 hours of moderate-to-vigorous exercise per week (such as brisk walking, jogging, or swimming) significantly lowers the long-term risk of sudden cardiac death. While there is a tiny, transient increase in risk during the actual act of vigorous exertion, this risk is negligible and is completely offset by the protective benefits of regular exercise.