Exercise Frequency Linked To Blood Pressure Control
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11 June 2024
Recent research has highlighted the need for sustained exercise through middle age to control blood pressure
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Social factors can hinder consistent exercise, as studied among over 5,000 people across four US cities
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Physical activity patterns change with age, making consistent exercise crucial for long-term heart health
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Maintaining higher-than-recommended exercise levels in young adulthood is vital for preventing hypertension
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Hypertension, a severe condition, can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and later-life dementia
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Exercise can help manage high blood pressure, the focus of this extensive study
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The study tracked over 5,100 adults' health and exercise habits over three decades
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Physical activity declined from ages 18 to 40, while hypertension rates increased across all demographics
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Achieving double the minimum recommended exercise significantly reduces hypertension risk if maintained until age 60
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Racial disparities exist, with Black participants experiencing greater declines in activity and higher hypertension rates
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