--- title: "Boost Heart Rate Safely With PT | Dosher PT" canonicalUrl: "https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/news/elevate-your-heart-rate-with-physical-therapy/" excerpt: "Heart disease is a leading cause of death and disability. This shouldn’t be a surprise – it’s been at the top of the list for years. You know that taking care of your heart is important. That means doing things like eating right, avoiding smoking, and exercising regularly. While all of those things can be […]" metaDescription: "Boost heart health safely. Learn how physical therapy helps you start aerobic exercise, monitor intensity, and elevate your heart rate with confidence." datePublished: "2022-02-26T14:51:00+00:00" dateModified: "2026-01-08T17:19:31+00:00" --- Boost Heart Rate Safely With PT | Dosher PT Latest News # Elevate Your Heart Rate With Physical Therapy Share On ![](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2F340F6B-A844-57F6-3FD38E0726F6BEA1.png) [](/) [Home](/) [News](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/patient-resources/news/) Heart disease is a leading cause of death and disability. This shouldn’t be a surprise – it’s been at the top of the list for years. You know that taking care of your heart is important. That means doing things like eating right, avoiding smoking, and exercising regularly. While all of those things can be difficult, today we’re going to focus on exercise. ## Explore Our Locations [Easley, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/easley-sc/) [Clayton, GA](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/clayton-ga/) [Anderson, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/anderson-sc/) [Pickens, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/pickens-sc/) [Powdersville, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/powdersville-sc/) ## What Hurts Today? Select an area to explore our comprehensive treatment options. [### Spine & Back](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/spine-back-care/) [### Knee & Hip](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/lower-extremity/) [### Shoulder & Arm](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/upper-extremity/) [### Neurological](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/neurological-balance/) [### Work Injury](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/work-industrial-rehab/) [### General Health](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/specialized-clinical-programs/) [### Other](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/general-health/) Search Search LET'S CHAT ## Ready to get started? Whether you want to return to the athletic field, or simply walk up the stairs without knee pain, we can help. Dosher Physical Therapy serves the Upstate with five convenient clinic locations. [Request an Appointment](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/contact/)