Walking is an effective way to lower blood pressure and improve overall health.
It can be done almost anywhere, including on a treadmill, outdoors, or around the home.
Walking and other exercise lower blood pressure by strengthening the heart.
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The heart pumps blood throughout the body more effectively when it is stronger.
The benefits of walking do not stop at lowering blood pressure.
Nervousness, eating a meal, drinking caffeine, and exercise can all affect blood pressure.
Exercise and walking have been shown to cause an immediate reduction insystolic blood pressure.
This is called postexercise hypotension and is not typical.
Consistent exercise and walking will cause a longer, more sustained blood pressure reduction.
The study found that walking pace and intensity were reported as moderate.
It’s defined as a blood pressure of 180/120 milligrams of mercury (mm Hg) or higher.
If your repeat blood pressure is still high, immediately contact a healthcare provider.
Do not wait to get help.
Summary
A walking regimen is an effective way to lower blood pressure.
It is an accessible workout that can be done almost anywhere with little to no cost.
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