Exercise plays a vital role in overall well-being. Reducing blood pressure to the point of eliminating medications or decreasing medications by exercise and proper nutrition is realistic. Although some exercise programs may be extremely vigorous and some a little lighter they ultimately serve the same purpose in achieving a healthy lifestyle.
According to the Mayo Clinic:
"Becoming more active can lower your systolic blood pressure – the top number in a blood pressure reading – by an average of 5 to 10 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). For some people, getting some exercise is enough to reduce the need for blood pressure medication."
The key is to continue exercising on a daily/weekly basis to reduce medications and maintaining a health lifestyle. What you put in is what you will get out….so work hard for your health and well-being. Also, keep track of your progress over a period of 3 months or so. Typically, you will get accurate reading of blood pressure (b.m.i, weight etc.) before exercising which is the best time to record your progress. Remember to always consult with your physician before any attempt on new research, exercise programs etc.
Stay Healthy….Exercise is Medicine!
