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Nordic walking can have health benefits in different health areas. An article provided some ideas about how to care for your blood pressure.
Main point: “… if you want to protect yourself against high blood pressure as you age, you need to play the long game and keep your exercise levels up through middle age.”
More about it:
The article discusses a study that examined the relationship between physical activity and hypertension (high blood pressure) over three decades. The research, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, involved over 5,000 adults across four US cities.
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Key findings from the study include:
- Exercise levels tend to decrease from ages 18 to 40, while rates of hypertension increase.
- Maintaining higher levels of physical activity during young adulthood is crucial for preventing hypertension later in life.
- People who exercised for five hours per week (double the current minimum recommendation) during early adulthood had a significantly lower risk of hypertension, especially if they maintained this habit until age 60.
Takeaways for Nordic walkers:
- Consistency is key: The study emphasizes the importance of maintaining physical activity levels throughout adulthood to prevent hypertension.
- Aim high: Consider doubling the current minimum exercise guidelines (2.5 hours per week) to 5 hours per week for better hypertension prevention.
- Start early: Young adulthood is a critical time to establish and maintain exercise habits for long-term health benefits.
- Nordic walking as a lifelong activity: As a low-impact, full-body workout, Nordic walking can be an excellent choice for maintaining physical activity levels throughout adulthood.
- Social support: Nordic walking groups can provide motivation and accountability, helping individuals maintain their exercise habits over time.
By incorporating these findings into your Nordic walking routines, you can potentially reduce your risk of developing hypertension and improve your overall cardiovascular health.
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