Impact of Daily Exercise Compared to Exercise on Alternating Days on Post-Exercise Blood Pressure Reduction in Men with Elevated Blood Pressure

Abstract

According to the World Health Organization, more than a third of the world’s deaths can be attributed to a small number of risk factors. Among the top five leading risk factors are hypertension (HTN), obesity and physical inactivity [1]. Based off the recent blood pressure (BP) guideline changes roughly 46% of Americans are now classified as HTN [2]. Approximately 7.1 million deaths worldwide are attributed to HTN [3], and lifetime risk for developing HTN is estimated at 90% [4]. The recent BP guidelines also emphasized an “at risk” BP classification being titled “elevated Blood Pressure” (Systolic BP (SBP) 120-129 and Diastolic BP (DBP) < 80 mmHg) [2]. Those with elevated BP are the most vulnerable population for developing HTN [5], and are at increased risk for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality [6]. However, the only recommended treatment for those classified in the category of elevated BP is lifestyle modification, including exercise Research Article Exercise Medicine Open Access eISSN: 2508-9056