Hypertension: Getting physically active
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exercise for high blood pressure
Being physically active helps lower high blood pressure. A sedentary (inactive) lifestyle is one of the top risk factors for heart disease. Fortunately it’s a risk factor that you can do something about. Physical activity can also:
- Strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system.
- Improve your circulation and help your body use oxygen better
- Reduce heart failure symptoms
- Increase energy levels so you can do more activities without becoming tired or short of breath
- Increase endurance
- Improve muscle tone and strength
- Improve balance and joint flexibility
- Strengthen bones
- Help reduce body fat and help you reach a healthy weight
Read More: http://www.aboutbloodpressure.ca/hypertension-getting-physically-active/
