Which of the Following Is NOT True Concerning Exercise and Hypertension

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true concerning exercise and hypertension?

• A) Exercise may exert a beneficial effect in reducing high blood pressure as it is a means to lose excess body fat
• B) All individuals will experience a decrease in blood pressure from an approved exercise program
• C)Isometric exercises, weight lifting, pull-ups, and other high-intensity aerobic exercise should be
• Avoided by all hypertensive individuals as they create a physiological response that rapidly raises blood pressure
• D) The exact role of exercise, as an independent factor in lowering blood pressure, has not been totally resolved

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