Exercising with Atrial Fibrillation: What You Need to Know

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia worldwide, affecting over 3 million Canadians and more than 5 million people in the U.S. It’s also one of the most misunderstood conditions when it comes to exercise.

At the Online Exercise Clinic, we’re often asked:

“Is it safe to exercise with atrial fibrillation?”

“How much is too much?”

“What if my heart rate is all over the place?”