What kind of exercise is good/bad for high blood pressure?

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Exercises in general are good for health but I wonder are there certain exercise that is beneficial to people with high blood pressure and must avoid for people with high blood pressure?

Cordelia Wilson · Accepted Answer

Heavy work outs like weight lifting are NOT good. They put more strain on your heart increaseing your bp. Light workouts such as walking, elliptical, and biking are much better. Again this is only for high bp.

alexandra venturoli · Answer

Penso che per chi soffre di ipertensione, sono da preferire sport più moderati

healthygirl · Answer

My father's doctor recommended cardiovascular exercise at least 30 mins a day. Walking, jogging or swimming would be good.

KiKi · Answer

Swimming is good if you are not in serious high blood pressure.

Doug Salomon · Answer

I asked a similar question in this forum. I had thought that aerobic exercise works work the best, bit now I'm wondering about the benefits of weight lifting.

Rebecca · Answer

Running and walking are good for high blood pressure, there aren't any exercises you can't do as they are part of an active and healthy lifestyle.

Marta Morales · Answer

I think all exercise is good as it activates blood flow

Daba Yague · Answer

I'm also curious about the answer but maybe things like walking or meditation would help since they"re calming

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What kind of exercise is good/bad for high blood pressure?