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Exercise: A drug-free approach to lowering high blood pressure
Weight training and high blood pressure
Keep it safe
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How exercise can lower your blood pressure
How much exercise do you need?
When you need your doctor's OK
Check your heart rate
Stop if you feel pain
Monitor your progress
Stop if you feel pain
Stop exercising and seek immediate medical care if you have any warning signs of possible heart problems during exercise, including:
- Chest, neck, jaw or arm pain or tightness
- Dizziness or faintness
- Severe shortness of breath
- An irregular heartbeat