Building Heart Health… One Week (and FLEXX) At A time

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death worldwide. The World Health Organization reports that “Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, taking an estimated 20 million lives each year.” In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that “heart disease is the leading cause of death … about 1 in every 5 deaths.”

These numbers are sobering — but they are not inevitable. Many of the strongest contributors to heart disease are influenced by daily habits.

According to the CDC, major risk factors for heart disease include:

• High blood pressure

• High LDL cholesterol

• Smoking

• Diabetes

• Overweight and obesity

• Physical inactivity

• Unhealthy diet

High blood pressure remains one of the most significant predictors of heart attack and stroke. The encouraging reality is that consistent movement, improved nutrition, better sleep, and healthy body composition can significantly lower long-term cardiovascular risk.

In 2022, the American Heart Association introduced Life’s Essential 8, identifying the behaviors and health factors that support heart health: eating better, being physically active (at least 150 minutes per week), avoiding tobacco, getting 7–9 hours of sleep, and managing weight, cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure. These are not extreme interventions — they are sustainable habits practiced consistently over time.

For Our Current FLEXX Clients

If you’re training at FLEXX, you are already addressing several of these metrics.

Your structured strength and conditioning sessions contribute directly to improved cardiovascular endurance, healthier blood pressure responses, improved body composition, and better metabolic function. Building lean muscle mass supports blood sugar regulation and long-term metabolic health.

Your initial consultation and individualized programming ensure your workouts are aligned with your goals and current fitness level. Tools like InBody body composition scans allow you to monitor meaningful changes in muscle and body fat — markers closely tied to cardiovascular risk.

For you, the focus isn’t starting from scratch. It’s refining habits. Are you consistently hitting your weekly sessions? Are you prioritizing recovery and sleep? Are you pairing your training with nutrition that supports your goals? Small refinements can produce long-term impact.

For Those Considering FLEXX

If you’re thinking about getting started, heart health is one of the strongest reasons to begin.

Cardiovascular fitness rarely improves through short bursts of motivation. It improves through structured, progressive training and realistic habits. Having professional coaching, personalized programming, and objective progress tracking reduces uncertainty and makes consistency more achievable.

The goal isn’t perfection or extreme intensity. It’s building a routine that supports your health now — and 10 years from now.

Whether you are a long-time member or exploring your first step, the question remains the same:

What is one habit you can strengthen this month to support your long-term heart health?

Cardiovascular fitness is built through consistent effort. Week after week, those efforts compound — and your heart benefits from every one of them.