Module 5 Pull Down Navigation - Select a Page to View ------------------- Introduction Becoming More Active Warming Up and Cooling Down Other Tips and Guidelines for Exercising When You Should Not Be More Active Overexertion Doing More of What You Enjoy Other Ways to Conserve Energy Work Sexual Activity Personal Goals Learn More About Heart Failure

Overexertion

During activity, watch for signs of overexertion that may be due to your heart condition. Signs of overexertion include:

• Shortness of breath that prevents you from completing a sentence.
  
  
• Shortness of breath that does not get better when you decrease or stop the activity.
  
  
• Dizziness or lightheadedness.
  
  
• Chest pain or tightness. Pain in your arms, shoulders, neck, or jaw.
  
  
• Irregular heart rate (pulse).
  
  
• Unusual or extreme fatigue.
  
  
• Severe sweating.
  
  
• Nausea, vomiting.
  
  

If you have any of these symptoms while being active, slow down. If the symptoms do not get better, stop the activity. Call 911 if your chest pain or other symptoms are not relieved.