Health Workers Walk for Heart Health Awareness in Muğla
Medical professionals and citizens marked World Heart Day with a walk on the Menteşe Walking Path to promote active lifestyles.
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- Walk held on Menteşe Walking Path for World Heart Day
- Organized by Muğla Provincial Health Directorate
- Prof. Dr. Özcan Başaran recommended 30 min daily walking, 5 days a week
- Resistance exercises advised 2-3 days weekly for metabolic health
- Participants included health staff, academics, and citizens
Healthcare workers and citizens gathered on the Menteşe Walking Path in Muğla on October 2 to mark World Heart Day with a "Healthy Life Walk" organized by the Provincial Health Directorate. Participants included health officials, cardiology faculty members, and local residents aiming to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases.
Muğla Education and Research Hospital Cardiology Specialist Prof. Dr. Özcan Başaran emphasized that regular physical activity is essential for protecting heart health. He recommended at least 30 minutes of brisk walking five days a week, plus resistance exercises two to three days weekly to support muscle mass and metabolic health.
“We must make physical activity a part of our daily lives to protect our heart health and walk into the future with healthy hearts.”
Prof. Dr. Başaran stated that regular walking, active living, and healthy nutrition play a significant role in preserving cardiovascular health. He thanked colleagues and citizens who joined the event, expressing satisfaction at coming together for such a meaningful cause.
The event highlighted once again that regular physical activity is a key component of a healthy and quality life.
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