Exercise to reduce blood pressure

Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Oct 22 2009

Q: What sort of exercise is best for reducing blood pressure, weight lifting or aerobic? I get plenty of aerobic exercise rowing, but I sometimes think it raises my blood pressure.

A: Aerobic exercise is the best type of exercise for lowering blood pressure. However, a good exercise program also includes muscle strengthening and flexibility exercises. To learn about how much exercise you should get every week need click here.