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Workshop 2: Broadening Horizons: Engaging Exercise Options in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Journey

Mr Haja Mydin Yah Kathier (National Heart Centre Singapore), Ms Samantha Ng (National Heart Centre Singapore), Mr Michael Khoo (National Heart Centre Singapore), Ms Nadiah Binte Mohamed Rahim (National Heart Centre Singapore)

This presentation will discuss the integration of functional training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) in cardiac rehabilitation. Functional training focuses on movements that enhance strength, balance, and independence in daily life, while HIIT provides an efficient approach to improving aerobic capacity and cardiovascular health when applied safely. Practical examples of functional exercises will be outlined, with guidance on progressing from low-intensity to more advanced formats.

Speakers will also share their exergaming journey, from trying out different platforms and assembling exergaming rig, to patient selection to ensuring patient safety.

Reimagining Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention:

Thinking Outside the Box

Thank you for making the SPCRS 2025 a success!​

​We couldn’t have done it without you!​​

To our distinguished speakers and abstract presenters, thank you for sharing your expertise, insights and groundbreaking work, which benefited all participants from the healthcare and allied health professions.​

​To our presentation judges, we are truly grateful for your thoughtful evaluations and dedication to upholding excellence in scientific exchange in a world shaped by complexity, rapid change and growing demands.​

​To our sponsors, your generous support made it possible to drive the next leap forward by bringing together a vibrant community of clinicians, researchers and innovators to exploring innovations relevant to preventive cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation.​

​And to all participants, thank you for your active participation. You inspired everyone at the SPCRS 2025 to rethink how we should deliver cardiovascular care in an ever-changing world.​

​SPCRS 2025 may have concluded, but the conversations and connections will go a long way to inspire innovation.​

We look forward to seeing all of you again in 2027!​