Run with Fitpage

Author: Vikas Singh

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Ep 199: Why Do Runners Get A Cardiac Arrest
Episode 199
Thursday, 14 November, 2024

In this solo episode of Run with Fitpage, host Vikas Singh tackles an essential and sometimes misunderstood topic: Why do runners experience cardiac arrests? Drawing on insights from sports science and cardiology, Vikas breaks down the science behind how cardiac arrest occurs, specifically among runners and endurance athletes.Vikas explains key reasons that contribute to these cardiac events, including underlying heart conditions that can go unnoticed without proper screening, the impact of long-distance running on the heart, and why even fit and active individuals are sometimes at risk. He highlights the importance of cardiac screenings and shares a checklist of tests every runner should consider before committing to intense, long-distance races.About Vikas Singh:Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:Instagram: @vikas_singhhLinkedIn: Vikas SinghTwitter: @vikashsingh101Subscribe To Our Newsletter For Weekly Nuggets of Knowledge!