Exercise lowers blood pressure by making the heart stronger and increasing the elasticity of blood vessels. It can also help lower the risk of heart disease.

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Linda Pescatello, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in the Department of Kinesiology (CAHNR), has established herself ...

The Mayo Clinic points out that certain types of static or isometric exercises using just body weight have significant benefits. Research in a large study recently showed that certain exercises using ...

Hypertension (high blood pressure) isn’t just harmful; it’s the silent killer. Affecting nearly half of U.S. adults and contributing to 685,875 deaths nationwide in 2022 alone, high blood pressure is ...

Hypertension, or persistently high blood pressure, is a widespread health condition affecting over a billion individuals globally. Often developing unnoticed, it places significant strain on the ...

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a debilitating condition and a major cause of premature death worldwide. Chronic stress plays a significant role, but the underlying mechanism involving ...

With May being National High Blood Pressure Education Month, now is a great time to reflect on staying healthy. MyNorthwest spoke with Western Washington Medical Group Cardiologist Dr. Thomas ...

Sporty woman performing push-ups from the floor in the gym. *When it comes to reducing blood pressure, many assume that activities like jogging or weightlifting are the best approach. However, new ...

Managing blood pressure can protect your heart, brain, and more. These strategies can help you keep your BP under control.