Why are you likely to have a heart attack shoveling snow?

Question

I’ve always heard/been told to be careful while shoveling snow, that you’re more likely to have a heart attack. Why would I be more likely then as opposed to exerting myself during normal temperatures?

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Answer 1

No, its not any more likely then other kinds of exertion in low temperatures. Its just that snow shoveling is essentially forced exercise – big snowstorms bring out people who do not exercise often and may not be in good shape.