New Delhi: For decades, physical fitness has been celebrated as the ultimate shield against disease related to the heart. Exercises reduce cholesterol, improve the circulation of blood, strengthen the health of heart, also help manage the weight of body. Recently, shocking news of young athletes and fitness enthusiasts collapsing during training or competition has also raised questions about how people who are seemingly he healthiest among us still face sudden cardiac events.

On World Heart Day, Dr. Sanjeev Aggarwal, Director, Cardiac Sciences, Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, decoded the fit myth and explained why heart disease risks are high among athletes, too.

Fitness Is Protective, But Not Absolute

Being active physically reduces the risk of cardiovascular problems. However, i

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