A detailed examination of Exercise and high Blood Pressure - Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral with Parallel Coaching - guidelines for courses for Special populations

1. BP status
Systolic
Diastolic
Optimum
120
80
Mild hypertensive
140-159
90-99
Moderately hypertensive
160-179
100-109
Severe hypertensive
>180
>110
Diabetic patients
130
80
Absolute contra-indication for exercise
180
100
Low blood pressure
90
60
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2. Training Guidelines
Cardiovascular
Muscle Strength
Flexibility
Aims
Control BP
Improve Strength and Maintain and
Endurance
improve ROM
Weight
management
Frequency
4–7
2–3
Min 2-3
Ideal 5 -7
Intensity
Mod 40 – 60%
2–3
Stretch to mild
tension
1 set of 8 – 12 reps
Hold for between
RPE 12 - 13
Time
20 – 60 minutes
5 – 30 seconds
Type
Large muscles
8 – 10 exercises
Rhythmical
Dynamic
Static Stretching
Whole Body
Approach

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