Aerobic Exercise and Blood Pressure in Men with Metabolic Syndrome
Author Information
Author(s): Pescatello Linda S, Blanchard Bruce E, Van Heest Jaci L, Maresh Carl M, Gordish-Dressman Heather, Thompson Paul D
Primary Institution: Department of Kinesiology, University of CT
Hypothesis
Men with pre- to Stage 1 hypertension and the metabolic syndrome will show greater post-exercise hypotension than those without the syndrome.
Conclusion
Men without the metabolic syndrome experience greater reductions in blood pressure after lower intensity aerobic exercise compared to those with the syndrome.
Supporting Evidence
- Men without metabolic syndrome had a significant reduction in systolic blood pressure after light exercise.
- Men with metabolic syndrome did not show significant blood pressure changes after exercise.
- Insulin sensitivity was higher in men without metabolic syndrome.
Takeaway
This study found that men who don't have metabolic syndrome lower their blood pressure more after light exercise than those who do have it.
Methodology
The study involved 46 men with pre- to Stage 1 hypertension who completed three randomized experiments: a non-exercise control and two exercise sessions at different intensities.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported dietary compliance and exclusion of certain medications prior to testing.
Limitations
Insulin and glucose were only measured in the lab, not under normal conditions, and dietary compliance relied on self-report.
Participant Demographics
46 overweight, middle-aged Caucasian men with pre- to Stage 1 hypertension.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.05 for SBP after LIGHT exercise
Confidence Interval
(9.0, 15.8) for SBP change after LIGHT
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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