WebMD
Font Size
A
A
A

Sedentary lifestyle and high blood pressure

A lack of regular physical activity increases your risk for many heart conditions, including high blood pressure. The remedy is to include exercise as a regular part of your daily or weekly routine. Daily exercise is a remedy or preventive measure for cardiovascular problems. By increasing blood flow and promoting cardiovascular efficiency, exercise provides benefits to your entire circulatory system. Additionally, regular exercise trains your heart to respond quickly and efficiently to external physical stresses.

Author Robin Parks, MS
Editor Kathleen M. Ariss, MS
Associate Editor Pat Truman
Primary Medical Reviewer Caroline S. Rhoads, MD
- Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD
- Cardiology
Specialist Medical Reviewer Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD
- Diet and Nutrition
Last Updated April 24, 2007

WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise

Last Updated: April 24, 2007
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.