Exercise and Cardiac Rehabilitation in Brighton & Hove: Moving Safely, With Confidence
If you’ve been diagnosed with a heart condition — or you’re recovering from a cardiac procedure — exercise can feel confusing.
You may know it’s important, but you might also be wondering:
How hard is safe?
What should I avoid?
Am I pushing too much… or not enough?
At Life is Movement, we regularly work with people asking exactly these questions — and the good news is that exercise is one of the most powerful tools we have for cardiac health, when it’s done properly.
Cardiac Conditions Are More Common Than You Might Think
Heart and cardiovascular conditions affect a significant portion of the adult population in the UK, including:
High blood pressure (around 1 in 3 adults)
Atrial fibrillation (AF) — the most common heart rhythm condition
Coronary artery disease
Post-cardiac procedures, such as:
Stents
Bypass surgery
Valve repair or replacement
Open heart surgery
If you live in Brighton & Hove, chances are you — or someone close to you — has been touched by one of these conditions.
And while medication and medical procedures play a crucial role, exercise is essential for:
Preventing progression
Improving quality of life
Supporting long-term heart health
Reducing the risk of further cardiac events
Why Exercise Matters in Cardiac Rehabilitation
When prescribed and progressed correctly, exercise can help to:
Lower blood pressure
Improve heart efficiency
Improve cholesterol profiles
Increase energy and confidence
Reduce breathlessness and fatigue
Support mental health after diagnosis or surgery
In short: exercise helps you live better, not just longer.
The Challenge: Finding the “Goldilocks Zone”
The difficulty for many people with heart conditions isn’t motivation — it’s certainty.
You don’t want to:
Do too little and miss the benefits
Do too much and put yourself at risk
There is a Goldilocks zone for exercise intensity in cardiac rehab — and finding it is a fine-tuned, individual process.
That’s where professional guidance matters.
Safe, Structured Cardiac Exercise at Life is Movement
At Life is Movement, cardiac-informed exercise is not guesswork.
My clinical training includes hands-on experience working in cardiac rehabilitation services in Worthing and Brighton, supporting people with a wide range of cardiac conditions — from newly diagnosed high blood pressure to post-surgical rehabilitation.
This background means I can help you:
Exercise safely and confidently
Understand your personal limits
Progress at the right pace
Build fitness without crossing into risk zones
Feel reassured while challenging your body appropriately
Sessions are calm, structured, and tailored to you — not generic fitness prescriptions.
Who Is Cardiac-Informed Exercise Right For?
You may benefit from support at Life is Movement if you:
Have high blood pressure and want to exercise safely
Have been diagnosed with AF or another heart rhythm issue
Are recovering from a cardiac procedure or surgery
Have been told to “exercise more” but weren’t shown how
Feel anxious about pushing yourself physically
Want professional reassurance while improving fitness
You don’t need to be “unfit” or “unwell” — just ready to move with confidence.
A Calm, Supportive Environment — Not a Gym Floor
One thing people often tell me is how reassuring it feels to exercise in a clinical, supportive setting, rather than trying to figure things out alone or in a busy gym environment.
At Life is Movement, the focus is on:
Safety
Understanding
Gradual, meaningful progress
Long-term confidence in your body
Ready to Move Safely Again?
If you’re in Brighton or Hove and have a heart condition — whether diagnosed recently or managed long-term — you don’t have to navigate exercise alone.
👉 Cardiac-informed exercise and rehabilitation are available at Life is Movement
👉 Individualised, evidence-based, and focused on your safety and confidence
If you’re unsure whether this is right for you, get in touch — I’m very happy to talk things through.
Let’s find your Goldilocks zone — and help you move forward with confidence.
