Why would an electronic workout device harm a person with heart problems?

Question: I have this device called AB Gymnic. It says that one can't use it if they have a heart disorder. I wonder exactly how harmful it would be. I have palpitations and my heart skips beats sometimes. I also got a paroxysmal supraventricular tachychardia attack once, it was scary but they said it wasn't that serious and that my heart was good. I did heart tests after that and never got diagnosed with a heart problem. I really wanna use this device.

Answer: Talk with your doctor. If he has recommended exercise in the past it may be a good idea. You may want to take it easy and avoid too strenuous of workout to avoid stressing your heart. Ask your doctor for a recommendation for what range your heart rate should be in. A lot of exercise equipment has monitors that will tell you your HR.

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