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Cardiac Rehab Articles

Published Colin Michaels blog posts tagged Cardiac Rehab.

9 published articles

Recovery Update #9: Keeping the Momentum

Jun 12, 2026

A weekly recovery update after open-heart surgery: arm exercises at cardiac rehab, full-time work, twice-daily walks, more energy, therapy-cat support from Gretchen, drone goals, and 257 lbs.

Cardiac Rehab Is Not What I Expected

Jun 17, 2026

A personal reflection on cardiac rehab, rebuilding strength after open-heart surgery, and learning that safe movement is a critical part of recovery.

Recovery Update #10: Back to Normal(ish)

Jun 19, 2026

A weekly recovery update covering cardiac rehab, work, sleep improvements, flying drones again, Father's Day reflections, weight maintenance, and the ongoing journey back to normal life after open-heart surgery.

Two Weeks Can Change Everything

May 24, 2026

Returning to Pine Glades Natural Area after heart surgery, walking an entire trail with my mom, and realizing how much progress can happen in just two weeks.