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An experimental device that stimulates a key nerve connecting the heart and brain can improve fitness and exercise tolerance, according to research funded by us and published in the European Heart Journal.

Learn how deep breathing exercises can help you manage stress and support your heart health. We also break down three simple techniques, step-by-step.

Try these 7 safe and low intensity exercises to improve your fitness, including star jumps, towel slams and front kicks, from cardiac rehab expert Hara Markos.

The hearts of people born prematurely are less able to cope with the pressures of exercise in adulthood, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and part-funded by us.

Exercising when you have heart failure has many benefits. NHS Cardiac Nurse Gill Farthing explains that aerobic and resistance workouts are best and offers tips on how to get moving safely.

Our cardiac nurses answer your questions about how to lower your cholesterol, including simple food and exercise tips.

Cardiac rehab expert Hara Markos explains how staying active can help you lose weight and demonstrates how to do compound exercises like squats, press ups and shoulder presses at home. Try them now.

Recent media reports suggest a new study has found stimulating the vagus nerve can increase your VO2 max and improve your ability to exercise. But is it true? Read our verdict

Discover 10 stretches from exercise specialist Andrew Scard to help your joints and muscles move more easily, including hamstring, neck and shoulder stretches.

Exercising in a group is an enjoyable and sociable way to get active again after a heart event. Katherine Woods hears how it's helped Mary and Alan make lasting friendships.