Pressure Prescription: 6 Exercises to Help Normalize Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure can cause a whole host of problems that only get worse with time. These exercises can help decrease blood pressure and keep it down.
We love many things with all our hearts, but for many of us, unfortunately, our hearts don’t get enough love themselves.
Heart disease and elevated blood pressure are widespread global health issues. Elevated blood pressure can lead to a host of problems and limit your overall quality of life. Worse? High blood pressure is often undetectable, causing considerable harm over the years without ever making its way onto your health radar.
6 Exercises to Help Lower the Pressure
The following exercises can be part of a healthy lifestyle targeted at reducing high blood pressure. They are easy to perform, and my patients generally tolerate them quite well. Still, given the nature of our focus—heart issues—I suggest you consult a medical provider to ensure they are right for you.
1. Walking
Walking has been an integral part of human existence from the start, and it’s one of our greatest tools for mobility. It also works exceptionally well as an exercise.
Kevin Shelley
Kevin Shelley is a licensed occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience in major health care settings. He is a health columnist for The Epoch Times.
