Sinus Tachycardia during exercise

serenity79

Hello there,

I have been suffering from irregular heartbeat rhythm since October 2010. Many doctors/cardiologists told me I could continue exercising. I take small antidepressant, xanax and beta blocker to slow down my heart. In June 2011, I was diagnosed with exercise-induced supraventricular tachycardia after ECG result. However, I do not think I have SVT, because I never see more than 160 b.p.m. on my heart monitor watch. I had two heart tests last October and November - holtering monitor and exercise stress test. They were absolutely normal. I think it would be possible that I have sinus tachycardia, because it is usually a natural response to exercise. Recently, cardiologist told me that it would be possible that I have exercise-induced sinus tachycardia, but he told me that it is not easy to diagnose anything actual with my irregular heartbeat rhythm/condition. I will have three heart tests again in July - ultrasound scan, exercise stress test and holtering monitor.

To my admission, I find it difficult to continue exercising due to heart problems, but I accept it as a part of my life. I am still trying to find a solution to exercise for my possible sinus tachycardia. I would like to know anyone if they have sinus tachycardia and how they can cope it with exercise.

Any replies would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

thepieman12345

One question i have is what type of exercise would you be doing? Is it intense like running?

One recommendation i have although you may have tried it, is start slow, maybe walking first but at a brisk pace and gradually build up, but walking is only an example. A cousin of mine has exercise enduced vt, he is very into his cycling now, he started off slow and if he felt he was pushing too hard he would just take a rest and then continue at an easy enough pace.
All i can say regarding this is to start slow and build gradually and at your own pace.

serenity79

One question i have is what type of exercise would you be doing? Is it intense like running?

I would use moderate strength training (deadlift, dumbell inclined bench, chest cables etc.) and cross-trainer machine (steady cardio exercise). I can use strength training for at least 30 minutes whenever my heart-rate is in a stable condition and slow. I always wear heart rate monitor watch to watch my b.p.m. rate during my workout. I would not go to the gym when my heart rate is not slow enough. It would not be nice to push too hard to exercise. My own resting b.p.m. would be 45-55. If it is more than 60 b.p.m., I would not go to the gym, because this heart rate would probably be a natural response to exercise. I know walking is a safer exercise, because it is such a low-impact exercise to the heart. Yes, I agree what you said I can start slow and build gradually and at my own pace. I would have to say that enough rest, many small meals and sensible exercise should be helpful. To keep everything in moderation. Unfortunately, my heart problems started two years ago when it happened after taking too much energy drink. Then, any intense exercises would be no good for my heart - nuisance. It can do more harm than good.

Sorry to hear about your cousin. It must be serious for his heart condition. Hope he is okay. I used to do regular cycling, once.

Ironmaiden11

Is there a chance you could be anaemic?
Regards

serenity79

Ironmaiden11 wrote: »

Is there a chance you could be anaemic?
Regards

No, I do not think I could be anaemic, because my few blood tests resulted to be normal and stated that I do not have a heart attack. I eat vegetables and fruit everyday and take few tabs of vitamin supplement.

Thanks.