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Blood pressure 125/65. i already do p90x and insanity exercise programs. how do i lower my systolic pressure?
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Don't overdo it!: Your blood pressure reading is within normal limits.
Answered 5/3/2015
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It's great that : You are exercising but you need to also make sure your optimizing your diet(think DASH as in low sodium high potassium and magnesium) but also that your sleep is optimized, your weight is in range and that your minimizing stress.
Answered 5/21/2015
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