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Q: Exercise and high blood pressure
asked by: charmedwitch on February 15th, 2008
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hi
i am a little overweight and i wish to lose a few kilos.
and i want to start running again
but when i run i can only run for 1 minute and then i have to stop.
so should i ask my gp for some bloop pressure medication
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MandMs
replied on February 15th, 2008
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Have you been already diagnosed with high blood pressure?
What happens after running for one minute?
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charmedwitch
replied on February 16th, 2008
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hi ye si have my blood pressure gets up to about 170 over 90
and when i start running i have to stop and rest
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alvinhop
replied on March 5th, 2008
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Have you consulted your doctor for an exercise regime? And have you told him about the conditions you are having right now?

As far as I know... You don't have to do strenuous exercise to lower your blood pressure. You can do moderate physical activities for 3-4 times a week and you should see improvement in your readings.

Such activities include:

Common Chores:

* Washing windows or floors for 45-60 min
* Gardening for 30-45 min
* Stair walking for 15 min
* Raking leaves for 30 min
* Waxing a car for 45-60 min

Sporting Activities:

* Walking 2 miles in 30 min
* Shooting baskets for 30 min
* Cycling for 30 min
* Rope jumping for 15 min
* Swimming laps for 20 min

Of course, it is best that you speak to your doctor 1st before starting your exercise plans.

To your health!
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pineconesare us
replied on March 5th, 2008
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You don't give us much to work with. What is your bp normally? Running usually lowers blood pressure, makes you feel better (physically and mentally), helps you lose wt., all that good stuff. Go out and do what you feel like doing, and you'll get better and feel better if you stick with it.
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MandMs
replied on March 11th, 2008
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Regular physical activity makes your heart stronger and lowers blood pressure by an average of 10 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). That's the same effect as some blood pressure medications. For some people, it's enough to reduce the need for blood pressure medication.
You can practice light aerobic exercises every other day for at least 30 minutes.
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