10 Heart Healthy Tips for Shoveling Snow (as Performed by Mr. Do and Mr. Don’t)

Portsmouth Regional Hospital wants you to keep your heart healthy while shoveling this winter and have 10 helpful tips for you (performed by Mr. Do & Mr. Don't).

1. Find someone else to do it!

2. Before going out to shovel, make sure you stretch and warm up.

3. Avoid eating a heavy meal before going out.

4. Take a 5-10 minute break after 30 minutes of shoveling.

5. Make sure to shovel small amounts; don't over do it.

6. If you experience chest discomfort, STOP immediately and rest. If you continue to experience pain, call 911.

7. Light snow, when added up, can still be heavy snow.

8. After finishing, do not eat a heavy meal.

9. Don't drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes before, during, or after shoveling.

10. Use a snowblower! And take it easy and be sensible.