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Swimming can be beneficial in controlling blood pressure in adults 60 and older. Getty Images
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Exercise helps to lower blood pressure by reducing vessel stiffness so blood can flow around the body more easily. Victor Besa / The National
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Cycling is just as beneficial as walking to reduce blood pressure. Victor Besa / The National
Physical activity such as hiking can lower blood pressure by up to 10 points. Reuters
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In a study, blood pressure readings were even more optimal when participants ambled while working. Getty Images
Weight training or lifting can reduce blood pressure once the gym session is over. Reuters
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Swimming can be beneficial in controlling blood pressure in adults 60 and older. Getty Images
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Exercise helps to lower blood pressure by reducing vessel stiffness so blood can flow around the body more easily. Victor Besa / The National
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Cycling is just as beneficial as walking to reduce blood pressure. Victor Besa / The National
Physical activity such as hiking can lower blood pressure by up to 10 points. Reuters
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In a study, blood pressure readings were even more optimal when participants ambled while working. Getty Images
Weight training or lifting can reduce blood pressure once the gym session is over. Reuters
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Swimming can be beneficial in controlling blood pressure in adults 60 and older. Getty Images
One in five university students has high blood pressure, UAE study shows
Men at University of Sharjah were almost twice as likely to suffer early hypertension than female counterparts
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