Without a healthy heart they would die because of actions they are involved in. I remember one Russian ice skater who died several years ago while performing a routine on the ice from a heart problem he didn't know he had.
Yes, 80bpm is a healthy resting heart rate.
so that they stay fit and healthy
It is very important to be concerned about having a healthy heart, and diet plays a very large role in maintaining a healthy heart. Exercise is also an important factor for a healthy heart. Here is some information that will give you some great ideas: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-healthy-diet/NU00196 http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/heart_healthy_diet http://helpguide.org/life/healthy_diet_heart_disease_stroke.htm
so they don't die
this could be healthy but its not because of the 42 rate it could cause a heart attack. The above answer is actually incorrect. It is quite common for athletes to have a lower heart rate than non-athletes, and is actually a sign that they ARE healthy. See the Related Links below for more information.
I think the athlete needs a healthy diet
they eat healthy
An athletes heart is in a healthy state and is comprised of robust muscle tissue . It can easily pump blood to the entire body without any effort . However high peripheral resistance is a compensatory mechanism of a failing heart in which vital organs sustain blood pressure in order to survive.
It is easy to see how an abnormality in any of these arteries can be detrimental to the heart's function.
To try hard in practice and to eat healthy and train hard and have your heart in the sport easy, if u are an athlete!
When it comes to a healthy heart exercise is important but diet is even more important. Without proper nutrition, exercise won't do anything for your heart. Read up on plenty of books, magazines, blogs ect. for more imformation.
Heart health is very important and can be maintained by a healthy diet full of lean proteins, fruits and vegetables. Visit www.heartandstroke.com for more information.