Cardiac Rehab is an education and exercise programme to help support patients after a heart event. We accept patients across Coventry and Rugby.
We hope you will find this page useful to help you learn more about you heart.
06/07/2026
This week is Alcohol Awareness Week.
Alcohol is one of the risk factors for cardiovascular disease that we can modify. Being aware of the units within drinks and how many we should be limiting to on a weekly basis, which is 14 units, while remembering that this is not a target
Completing the week of wellbeing here is a short mindfulness video to help relax and focus in the her and now
29/06/2026
Continuing with our look at wellbeing today we will explore the matter of sleep.
The NHS emphasizes that adequate, high-quality sleep is foundational to your physical and mental wellbeing. It acts as the body's natural reset button, playing a crucial role in repairing cells, boosting your immune system, balancing hormones, and processing daily information.
Here is a link to the NHS website and a short video with hints and tips for improving sleep quality
Fall asleep faster and sleep better - Every Mind Matters Find out what can help you fall asleep faster and sleep better, including using sleep hygiene to improve sleep.
Here is a morning movement session that will aid with getting your body mobilised and ready for the day ahead, all aimed at helping with everyday activities.
25/06/2026
Gratitude for wellbeing is the deliberate practice of appreciating the positive aspects of your physical and mental health. Research shows this habit actively lowers stress, improves sleep quality, and boosts the brain's "feel-good" chemicals to foster long-term psychological resilience.
Building a consistent thankfulness habit can completely reshape how you view and experience life. A few simple ways to get started include:
-The "Glimmer" Hunt: Take note of tiny moments that bring you feelings of safety, peace, or happiness throughout the day.
Journaling: Write down just three specific things you are grateful for each morning or right before bed.
- Appreciation Notes: Send a quick text or letter to a friend or colleague to express why you value them.
24/06/2026
Today sees the start of world wellness week, which encourages all to pause, reflect and take meaningful steps towards better wellbeing. This should include:
Physical Wellbeing, movement, gratitude, hydration, sleep, connection, focus, nutrition and mental wellbeing.
Over the coming week we will explore some of these areas.
Here is a morning movement session that is aimed at improving mobility setting you up for the day,
These will all assist with everyday activities. Why not give it a go and introduce into your daily morning routine.
Here is a link across a short video about healthy eating
21/06/2026
The next few days are predicted to be extremely hot, with a Yellow heat-health alert having been issued for the West Midlands. We should all take precautions to ensure we stay safe:
- Keep out of sun between 11am and 3pm when the sus is usually at its strongest.
- Stay hydrated
- Reduce indoor temps by, closing curtains, blinds and windows, keeping hot air out. and turning off unnecessary lights and other electrical equipment.
19/06/2026