Don’t Start Running Yet Read This First
Are You Truly Ready to Run?
For many runners, completing a 10-kilometer run may seem easy. But without prior health screening, there may be underlying heart abnormalities that have not yet shown symptoms.
When the body is pushed during running, these hidden conditions may suddenly become life-threatening.
Who Is at Risk?
Runners Under 35 Years Old
๐ Higher risk of congenital arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms)
Runners Over 35 Years Old
๐ Plaque rupture or blockage
๐ Blood clots
Prevention Is Better Than Cure
Check Your Heart Before You Run
1. Coronary Calcium Score (CT Scan)
This test measures calcium deposits in the coronary arteries to assess heart disease risk years before symptoms appear.
Recommended for:
๐ People with diabetes
๐ High blood pressure
๐ High cholesterol
๐ Smokers
2. Exercise Stress Test (EST)
This test simulates real running conditions on a treadmill while monitoring heart activity via ECG.
๐ Detects reduced blood flow to the heart
๐ Identifies abnormal heart responses during exercise
๐ Helps doctors plan prevention or treatment
Why Heart Health Matters for Runners
Your heart is the most critical organ when it comes to running. No matter how fit or motivated you are:
Regular screening helps:
๐ Prevent sudden cardiac arrest
๐ Detect hidden conditions early
๐ Ensure safe and effective exercise
source : Thaonburi Rajyindee Hospital
**Translated and compiled by ArokaGO Content Team
Independent Writer
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