How much do I need to walk to lower my blood pressure?
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Dr. Ozgen Dogan answered:Walking at a moderate pace just 30 minutes, 5 times a week will reduce your blood pressure. The goal is to elevate your heart rate and breathing somewhat while being able to maintain a conversation. If you're breathing too hard to talk, slow your pace down.Walking at a moderate pace just 30 minutes, 5 times a week will reduce your blood pressure. The goal is to elevate your heart rate and breathing somewhat while being able to maintain a conversation. If you're breathing too hard to talk, slow... More -
RealAge answered:A mere 30 minutes of walking three times a week has been shown to drop blood pressure 5 points in 12 weeks. Overachievers, knock yourselves out. With walking, more really is better. Aim to walk every day.
A mere 30 minutes of walking three times a week has been shown to drop blood pressure 5 points in 12 weeks. Overachievers, knock yourselves out. With walking, more really is better. Aim to walk every day. Take the RealAge Test! More
