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HeartWorks provides personalized cardiac rehabilitation & fitness in Wellington, NZ. We’re here to support your health journey.

Our expert team offers supervised exercise tailored to your cardiac needs, helping you recover with confidence.

03/02/2026

The role of group-based training in cardiac rehabilitation ❤️

Group-based training plays an important role in cardiac rehabilitation, supporting not only physical recovery but confidence and long-term engagement.

Training in a group environment allows individuals to share the recovery journey with others who have had similar experiences. This sense of shared understanding can reduce isolation, normalise the rehabilitation process, and support confidence as people progress.

Group-based programmes also encourage consistency and adherence. Regular attendance, shared structure, and collective progress help individuals stay engaged and build sustainable exercise habits over time.

Recovery is not only about improving physical capacity. It is about rebuilding trust, confidence, and self-belief. Group-based training provides an environment where these elements can develop alongside physical recovery.

02/02/2026

Aerobic vs strength training — why both matter for long-term health

Exercise is often framed as a choice between “cardio” or “strength training.” In reality, the strongest health outcomes come from doing both, because they support different — but complementary — aspects of physical function.

Aerobic exercise (such as walking, cycling, or steady cardiovascular training) challenges the heart and lungs. It improves cardiovascular fitness, supports blood pressure and cholesterol management, and builds endurance so everyday activities feel easier over time.

Strength training (using resistance, weights, or bodyweight) focuses on muscles and bones. It helps preserve muscle mass, improve balance and stability, protect joints, and maintain the strength needed for tasks like lifting, standing, and climbing stairs.

When combined, aerobic and strength training create a well-rounded foundation for health. Aerobic exercise improves heart efficiency and resilience, while strength training supports independence, physical function, and confidence as we age. Rather than choosing one over the other, the goal is to find the right balance — one that supports both cardiovascular health and functional strength for everyday life.

27/01/2026

Why Sleep Quality Impacts Energy, Mood & Performance

Sleep is not passive rest — it’s an active physiological process that supports cognitive function, emotional regulation, and physical recovery. Evidence shows that poor sleep quality — even when total sleep time appears adequate — is associated with:
• Reduced daytime energy and increased fatigue
• Impaired mood regulation and emotional resilience
• Decreased attention, decision-making, and performance
• Slower physical recovery and adaptation

Sleep quality also influences stress hormone activity, inflammation, and metabolic health — all of which matter for long-term cardiovascular and overall wellbeing.

Research reference: Buysse, D. J. (2023). Sleep health: Can we define it? Does it matter?
Sleep Health, 9(1), 1–5.

25/01/2026

Progress Looks Different for Everyone!

At HeartWorks, we know that no two bodies — and no two recoveries — are the same. That’s why our cardiac rehabilitation programmes are never one-size-fits-all. Each client is given individualised heart rate targets, based on their medical history, medications, test results, and how their heart responds to exercise. By training within personalised heart rate zones, clients can exercise safely, confidently, and with purpose. This removes guesswork, reduces fear, and builds trust in what the body can do again.

Progress isn’t about comparing yourself to others in the room. It’s about understanding your own body and moving forward at the right pace.

22/01/2026

A gentle January reset 🌱❤️

January isn’t about detoxes or dieting — it’s about giving your body time to settle back into a steady rhythm.

Think regular meals, good hydration, and foods that help you feel energised and supported.

No pressure to “fix” anything. No need for extremes. Just a calm return to routines that support your heart and overall wellbeing.

21/01/2026

This client joined Heartworks in 2019 following a coronary intervention — a time marked by uncertainty, personal worries, and the challenge of coming to terms with needing a pacemaker.
After completing the 12-week Foundation Course, she continued on — becoming a consistent member of group classes and remaining engaged in structured cardiac rehabilitation over several years.

As she shares in her own words:
“I love coming to Heartworks. I’m so happy there that I tell my family and friends Heartworks is my second family.”

Her experience reflects something we see often: recovery is about far more than physical strength. It’s about feeling supported, understood, and confident enough to keep showing up — even when the journey feels daunting.

19/01/2026

Is exercise safe if you have a heart condition? Yes — when it’s structured. ❤️

This is a very common concern after a cardiac diagnosis or event. The reassuring message from decades of research is clear: structured, supervised exercise is one of the safest and most effective things you can do for your heart.

Research consistently shows that appropriately prescribed exercise improves aerobic fitness (VO₂max), supports better blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose control, and reduces the risk of hospital readmission and cardiovascular events. It also improves physical function, confidence, and overall quality of life.

Large studies demonstrate that serious adverse events during supervised exercise are rare. In contrast, avoiding exercise can lead to physical deconditioning, meaning everyday activities may place greater strain on the heart than a well-designed exercise programme would.

The key is structure — exercise that is individualised, gradually progressed, and monitored. When done properly, exercise helps the heart become stronger, more efficient, and more resilient over time.

15/01/2026

Recovery Doesn’t End at Discharge ❤️

After a cardiac event, being discharged from hospital can feel like the finish line.
In reality, it’s the starting point of recovery. The acute event may be treated in hospital, but healing your heart takes time. Over the weeks and months that follow, your body adapts, your heart remodels, and confidence slowly rebuilds. This is where true recovery happens.

Physical recovery involves gradually restoring strength, stamina, and cardiovascular fitness — safely and progressively. It’s normal to feel tired more easily at first, to notice fluctuations in heart rate or blood pressure, and to need time to trust your body again.

Recovery is also emotional. Many people experience anxiety, low mood, or fear of overdoing it once they’re home. These feelings are common — and they’re an important part of the healing process, not a sign of weakness.

Long-term recovery focuses on learning what supports your heart best. Understanding medications, rebuilding movement, managing risk factors, and developing sustainable habits all help reduce the risk of future events.

Cardiac recovery isn’t about rushing back to “normal.”
It’s about moving forward — with knowledge, support, and confidence — one step at a time.

13/01/2026

Stress isn’t just in your head — it affects your whole body.

From your heart and immune system to your digestion, muscles, and even your brain, chronic stress can quietly impact your health in ways you might not notice… until they build up.

Swipe through to see 7 ways chronic stress can affect your body and why managing stress is more than just “relaxing.”

Remember: Small steps make a difference — movement, breathing, connection, and support all help protect your body from the effects of stress.

11/01/2026

Summer Hydration & Heart Health

As the weather warms up, staying hydrated becomes even more important for your health — especially during exercise and busy summer days.

Hydration supports blood pressure, circulation, temperature regulation, and energy levels. When fluid levels drop, the heart has to work harder.

A simple habit like drinking enough water can make a meaningful difference to how you feel and performs this summer.

07/01/2026

At HeartWorks, cardiac rehabilitation is more than just recovery—it’s about reclaiming independence, rebuilding confidence, and finding strength after a heart event or diagnosis.

It’s about more than just exercise. It’s about taking control of your journey and connecting with a supportive community. Recovery is a process, and confidence grows every step of the way.
HeartWorks stands for empowering recovery through knowledge, guidance, and community—so people can move forward with strength and assurance.

Your heart. Your recovery. Your confidence.

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202 Thorndon Quay
Wellington
6011

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 7pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 7pm
Thursday	9:30am - 7pm

Website

https://www.heartworks.nz/

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