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In today's podcast, Coach Jessica Marie Rose Leggio interviews cardiologist Dr. Rachel Bond. We discuss what runners need to know should they face a heart problem when running. Dr. Bond breaks down the different types of heart problems and discusses the underlying risk factors. So pay attention, this one is a lifesaver! Heart attack The technical term for a heart attack is a myocardial infarction. It occurs where the heart has a build-up of plaque. To keep it simple, plaque is the build of cholesterol in the artery. Eventually, the plaque can become unstable and rupture. This occurrence leads to the body creating new cells that go to that area to protect that plaque. As a result, it closes off blood flow to an area of the heart. Bottom line: A heart attack is an emergency. Call 911, get to the hospital ASAP, so you are provided medical care. Cardiac arrest 80% of the time, a cardiac arrest occurs because your heart completely stops. 20% of the time, a cardiac arrest is brought on by breathing difficult
