Lifting weights may lower blood pressure in older women – study investigates best approach
NCT ID NCT06845514
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study looks at how lifting different amounts of weight affects blood pressure in women aged 50 to 70 who have slightly high blood pressure. Researchers will compare light weights with heavy weights, both done until the muscles feel tired. The goal is to see which type of exercise lowers blood pressure best and understand why.
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Research Center on Aging
RECRUITINGSherbrooke, Quebec, J1H 2J7, Canada
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