Stretching is more effective at lowering blood pressure than walking

 

It's worth doing some yoga, pilates, or even just some plain stretching. 

Hypertension [or high blood pressure] is one of the leading preventable causes of cardiovascular disease. The preferred treatment for hypertension has long been moderate exercise. But a new study carried out at the University of Saskatchewan has found that merely stretching for 30 minutes is even more effective than a brisk walk.

Universal Sci

Stretching is more effective at lowering blood pressure than walking