I have recently been diagnosed with hypertension, and it looks like I will need to join others on medication to control it. It came a surprise since I do not smoke or drink, am not overweight, try to eat right, swim very regularly, and feel great. I guess this body is getting old and starting to break down!
I will assume some swimmers are using medication to control high blood pressure. Know of any issues with hypertension, medications, and swimming? What do I have to look forward to?
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You should of course discuss this with your physician, but I see no reason why this should interfere with your swimming, assuming your blood pressure is under control. In fact, 30 minutes of daily exercise is currently recommended per the national guidelines. Perhaps hypertension runs in your family?
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Former Member
You should of course discuss this with your physician, but I see no reason why this should interfere with your swimming, assuming your blood pressure is under control. In fact, 30 minutes of daily exercise is currently recommended per the national guidelines. Perhaps hypertension runs in your family?
