The importance of exercise for high blood pressure

There is a saying: "When you are young, exchange your health for money; when you are old, exchange your health for exercise." In addition to promoting blood circulation and reducing cholesterol production, exercise can also strengthen muscles, bones and joints to prevent stiffness.

Exercise can increase appetite, promote gastrointestinal motility, prevent constipation and improve sleep. Have the habit of continuous exercise: It is best to do aerobic exercise, which will be helpful. Aerobic exercise can lower blood pressure just like losing weight. Walking, jogging, Tai Chi, cycling and swimming are all aerobic exercises.

1. Precautions for exercising:

① Avoid excessive or too intense exercise, and take a step-by-step approach to increase activity.

② Pay attention to the surrounding climate: In summer, avoid the bright sun at noon; in winter, keep warm to prevent stroke.

③ Wear comfortable and sweat-absorbent clothes: cotton clothes, sports shoes, etc. are necessary.

④ Choose a safe place: such as a park or school, avoid alleys or roadsides.

⑤ When exercising, do not exercise on an empty stomach to avoid hypoglycemia. You should exercise 2 hours after a meal.

2. Taboos of exercise

① Stop exercising when you are sick or feeling unwell.

② It is not advisable to exercise when you are hungry or one hour after a meal.

③ Do not stop immediately during exercise and follow the steps of the exercise program.

④ If you feel any discomfort during exercise, you should stop immediately.

Hypertension has a great impact on people's health and daily life. Therefore, patients are reminded to be aware of the harmfulness of the disease and develop good eating habits in their lives.