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Regular Gymnastics for Three Weeks Lowers Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Levels in Older Women
- Source :
- Medical archives (Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina). 76(1)
- Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- The goal of this study is to see how elderly gymnastics affect blood pressure, plasma glucose levels, and total cholesterol levels in women over the age of 65.The purpose of this study is to look into the effects of gymnastics on changes in blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and total cholesterol levels in the elderly..Thirty-four female elderly women were divided into two groups: those who received gymnastics and those who did not. For three weeks, regular gymnastics exercises were performed on a weekly basis. Blood pressure, plasma glucose levels, and total cholesterol levels were measured using standard techniques and methods.When compared to controls, regular gymnastics exercise can significantly lower blood pressure (Elderly gymnastics was found to lower blood pressure and total cholesterol levels in the elderly. As a result, elderly gymnastics could be a viable option for preventing cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome.
Details
- ISSN :
- 19865961
- Volume :
- 76
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- OpenAIRE
- Journal :
- Medical archives (Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
- Accession number :
- edsair.doi.dedup.....115f72e0540fd96c88c2c234bb9fb470