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Why is a physical fitness plan that causes a reduction of blood pressure beneficial to cardiovascular health?

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Reduction of BP: High BP is deleterious to health. Physical fitness helps to control BP and reduces cholesterol levels. Also it produces endorphins which makes person to feel happy. That's why physical fitness exercises are good for health.

Answered 6/10/2014

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