The Best Exercise for Managing Women’s Blood Pressure

How Soccer Helps Lower Blood Pressure

Modern lifestyles have become increasingly sedentary, with technology and automation reducing physical activity. This lack of movement has led to numerous health concerns, particularly affecting the heart and blood vessels. One major issue is high blood pressure.

Researchers from the University of Southern Denmark have found that playing soccer can be as effective as medication in lowering blood pressure in women. Their study showed that practicing soccer for one hour, two to three times a week, not only reduces blood pressure but also decreases body fat percentage and improves bone density.

A collaborative study conducted with scientists from the University of Exeter in the UK and other institutions demonstrated that recreational soccer significantly lowers blood pressure in women aged 35 to 50.

Professor Peter Krustrup from the University of Exeter, who participated in the research, stated:

“Soccer effectively reduces high blood pressure, offering benefits that are twice as significant as swimming over the same period.”

Having studied the effects of soccer and other recreational sports for over 10 years, Professor Krustrup emphasized that this is the first study highlighting soccer's effectiveness in combating high blood pressure.

The findings revealed that playing soccer for one hour, three times a week, over 15 weeks, not only lowered blood pressure but also resulted in an average weight loss of 2.3 kg among participants.

Additional Health Benefits of Soccer for Women

• Reduces Body Fat: Regular soccer sessions help decrease overall body fat.

• Strengthens Bones: Soccer improves bone density and enhances skeletal strength.

This study is one of the most comprehensive investigations into the impact of soccer on women’s health. The results suggest that consistent soccer training—about two to three sessions per week over a year—could eliminate the need for blood pressure medication in many women.

The research director highlighted:

“Our studies show that women who were previously inactive and suffered from high blood pressure experienced a significant reduction in their blood pressure levels after regular soccer training. Soccer can be as effective as medication in managing this condition.”

Soccer and Heart Health

Previous studies have also confirmed that playing soccer can help prevent heart diseases. The sport combines high-intensity and strength-based exercises, which are highly beneficial for cardiovascular health.

One of the researchers explained:

“We are actively working to reduce the impact of cardiovascular diseases and related mortality rates. In Denmark, one in four deaths is caused by these conditions, and high blood pressure remains one of the most critical risk factors.”

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