Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed How I Keep My Arteries Clean: Exercise - Ford Brewer MD MPH - PrevMed Health
Jun 20, 2025
Jesus Vega, channel manager for Dr. Ford Brewer, engages in a deep dive into arterial health and exercise. They discuss how exercise, especially high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and resistance training, can reverse plaque buildup and lower cardiovascular risks. The conversation highlights the significance of muscle capillaries and the benefits of home workouts. Additionally, they touch on genetic factors like factor V Leiden, and the evolving perspectives in cardiology regarding metabolic health and dietary impacts. A must-listen for fitness enthusiasts!
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HIIT Reverses Arterial Plaque
- Do high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to reverse arterial plaque and reduce cardiovascular mortality.
- Aim for intervals of 1 minute high intensity followed by 1 minute recovery, totaling about 20 intervals weekly.
Older Adults Grow Mitochondria with HIIT
- Older adults (70s and 80s) can grow mitochondria significantly with the right exercises.
- HIIT and resistance training outperform aerobics in mitochondrial growth and health benefit.
Start Gradually Before HIIT
- Calculate max heart rate as 220 minus your age and aim for 80% or above in HIIT sessions.
- Start gradually with walking or zone two exercise before progressing to HIIT to avoid injury.