A Hyderabad neurologist, Dr. Sudhir Kumar, dramatically lowered his resting heart rate to the 40s through consistent lifestyle changes over 5.5 years. His transformation involved significant weight loss, prioritizing 7-8 hours of sleep nightly, and dedicating himself to daily running, averaging 6-15 km. Dr. Kumar emphasizes that these simple, sustained habits, not supplements, are key to a healthier, more efficient heart and reduced cardiovascular risk.

A lower resting heart rate is a great indicator of cardiovascular health. Neurologist Dr Kumar explains how he manages to lower it and why it matters. | Health

A Hyderabad neurologist, Dr. Sudhir Kumar, dramatically lowered his resting heart rate to the 40s through consistent lifestyle changes over 5.5 years. His transformation involved…