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Could i exercise at 79 years old with high blood pressure ?

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

I would recommend: Taking medications to control your blood pressure and first having a doctor run some tests to evaluate your heart first for any strenuous exercise. Walking is normally ok and a good idea.

Dr Beresh agreed

Answered 4/22/2014

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