If you have a pacemaker, you must consult your doctor or physical therapist before starting a new exercise routine. Some exercises may be contraindicated or need to be modified based on your specific medical history and the type of pacemaker you have.
With that said, many exercises can be safely performed with a pacemaker. Here are some examples of chest exercises that may be suitable for individuals with a pacemaker:
- Wall press: This exercise involves standing with your palms against a wall and pressing your hands into the wall as if trying to push it away. It works the chest, shoulders, and triceps.
- Chest press with resistance bands: This exercise involves pressing against a resistance band while standing in a split stance. It works the chest, shoulders, and triceps.
- Chest flies with dumbbells: This exercise involves lying on a bench and pressing dumbbells out to the sides of your body. It targets the chest muscles.
- Chest press with a barbell: This exercise is similar to the traditional bench press, but it is performed using a barbell instead of dumbbells. It works the chest, shoulders, and triceps.
- Chest press with a Smith machine: This exercise is similar to the traditional bench press, but it