The Pulse Pod

News & Views Recording: AACVPR 2026-2028 Strategic Plan: Building Our Future Together

AACVPR President Stacey Greenway, MA, MPH, MAACVPR, ACSM-CEP outlines a bold, member-informed roadmap to strengthen the future of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation. The plan focuses on three core goals—deepening awareness and engagement, driving innovation and program excellence, and advancing science and outcomes—while prioritizing member value, hybrid and virtual care models, advocacy, and evidence-based impact. Together, these strategies position AACVPR and its community to expand access, elevate quality, and demonstrate the vital role of CR/PR in evolving healthcare delivery.

News & Views Recording: Wearables in Pulmonary Rehab — It’s About More Than Just Step Counts

The general public might associate wearable health technology more so with 'cardio' than the 'pulmonary,' but these devices are making strides in monitoring chronic lung disease. UVM Health internist Elie Donath, MD, MPH, offers his expert insight on how — under the watchful guidance and involvement of cardiopulmonary professionals — wearables can support behavior change and early detection of declining chronic respiratory disease in users.

News & Views Recording: A Broken Heart, Clinically Speaking: The Story of Takotsubo Syndrome

Kevin G. Tayon, MD, and Bryan J. Taylor, PhD, FAACVPR trace the origins of Takotsubo syndrome—from its first puzzling presentation in 1983 Hiroshima to its recognition as “broken-heart syndrome” after a surge of cases following the 2004 Chūetsu earthquake. Explore how intense emotional or physical stress can temporarily stun the heart, highlighting both the medical mystery and human stories behind this unique condition.

Practical Considerations for Winter Exercise for Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Patients

Staying active in winter can be tough for cardiopulmonary rehab patients, but understanding how cold air stresses the heart and lungs — and taking simple precautions — helps keep workouts safe and effective even when temperatures drop.  Kim Loeffler, MS offers clear tips on layering, warming up, protecting your airways, and recognizing warning signs so patients can maintain their rehab goals all season long.

News & Views Recording: Moving More Can Make a Difference

By James D. Walter, PhD Discover why adding small bursts of movement to your day—not just formal exercise—can transform your health and longevity.