When we start thinking about preventing disease in midlife, we’re usually thinking about the “Big C”, cancer, right?But did you know that the leading cause of death for women is heart disease? More than cancer, diabetes and dementia combined. And your risk of developing heart disease goes up dramatically in midlife.But the good news is 80% of heart disease is preventable! And the better news is it’s never too late to start!This week we are going to talk about heart disease, why heart attacks aren’t just for men and why the risks increase as we age. Then I’ll give you the 4 Heart Healthy Habits you can start TODAY that can make a significant impact. We’re not talking a major lifestyle overhaul here. Just simple, yet effective lifestyle changes that can improve your heart health!Whether you’ve received a worrisome medical diagnosis or just want to start now to avoid future heart issues, this episode is for you!More Resources & Links<a href="https://www.weeklyjumpstart.com/">FREE Weekly Jumpstart Newsletter! Master your midlife health in just 3 minutes a week with this easy-to-read newsletter</a><a href="https://www.goredforwomen.org/en/about-heart-disease-in-women/facts">https://www.goredforwomen.org/en/about-heart-disease-in-women/facts</a><a href="https://www.heart.org/en/news/2024/02/09/the-slowly-evolving-truth-about-heart-disease-and-women">https://www.heart.org/en/news/2024/02/09/the-slowly-evolving-truth-about-heart-disease-and-women</a><a href="http://www.vigeofit.com/podcast/can-specific-exercises-lower-blood-pressure">Episode 404. Can Specific Exercises Lower Blood Pressure?</a><a href="https://go.vigeofit.com/lm/lm-jumpstart-tips">Need help getting started! Get Megan’s FREE 5-Day Jumpstart Tips guide!</a><a href="https://go.vigeofit.com/js30/jumpstart-30-lp-v2">The Jumpstart 30 Program for Beginners</a> - Jumpstart your health & fitness journey with Megan’s signature 30-day program for true beginners!<a href="https://go.vigeofit.com/bf/bflp">The Back & Hip Fix 30-day program</a> - Reduce your chronic back & hip pain in less than 10 minutes a day!<a href="http://www.instagram.com/megandahlman">Follow Megan on Instagram</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@vigeofit">Follow Megan on YouTube</a>

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