Have you ever wondered how strong your heart is? A treadmill stress test is a key tool to assess your cardiovascular health. It helps detect heart issues, guides treatment plans, and ensures you're on the right track to a healthier life. Y️our doctor might order a stress test for several reasons: - If you have unexplained fatigue or shortness of breath - To evaluate blood pressure response to exercise if you have borderline high blood pressure - To look for exercise-induced serious irregular heartbeats Your heart rate and blood pressure will be recorded before you start and then a technician will attach electrodes to your chest, shoulders, and hips and to the EKG portion of the machine. You'll start with a slow warm-up and increase speed and incline every three minutes until the target heart rate is achieved. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions! #HeartHealth #StressTest