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Exercise and Blood Pressure
Multiple exercise modalities reduce resting blood pressure; isometric and combined training were the most effective in the network comparison.
Pairwise and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials · 1 source · 2 min
What the studies show
- Aerobic exercise, resistance training, combined training, HIIT, and isometric exercise reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
- Isometric exercise led to the greatest reduction, followed by combined training.
- Running and isometric wall squats were the most effective sub-modes.
How Letz applies it
Users who report hypertension receive a low-impact plan, are cued to avoid holding their breath during exercise instructions, and are guided to maintain medical clearance.
Who it applies to
Adults with normal blood pressure, elevated blood pressure, or hypertension.
Limits
Hypertension requires medical supervision; the app does not adjust medication or treat the condition.
Sources
- Edwards et al., British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2023 DOI 10.1136/bjsports-2022-106503
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