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Can a person with atrial fibrillation do bodybuilding exercises?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Three years ago, I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. Presently, I have no problem, and my heart rhythm is normal. Can I go to the gym and do bodybuilding exercises? If not, then which sport can I play? I want to stay fit and healthy for the rest of my life. Kindly suggest.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. You can go to the gym. However, I suggest you get an ECG (electrocardiogram) and echocardiography. Also, do you have any symptoms of AF (atrial fibrillation)? What medicines are you taking? Some rate-limiting medicines can negatively affect your athletic performance. Also, AF is a risk factor for stroke. Are you taking any preventive medicine?

I hope this helps.

Please revert so I can assist you further.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At July 8, 2022
Reviewed At October 3, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shobana. K is a Dental Surgeon with seven years of clinical experience. She completed her BDS from CSI College of Dental Sciences and Research, Madurai. Currently, she is working as a Medical Data Moderator in iCliniq, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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