Week 2 - Fitness Lifestyle

Hypertension

A condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure, which is a risk factor for various health issues.

Risk Factors for Hypertension

obesity, physical inactivity, heavy alcohol consumption, and smoking.

Prehypertension

A blood pressure range where no risk factors or target organ disease is present, and lifestyle changes are suggested.

Stage 1 Hypertension

A classification of hypertension where lifestyle changes are recommended, but may also require one medication.

Stage 2 Hypertension

A level of hypertension that typically requires the initiation of two-drug therapy.

Lifestyle Modifications

Non-pharmacological approaches to reduce blood pressure, including weight loss, dietary changes, physical activity, and reducing alcohol intake.

Body Composition Risk

A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 25 or greater or a waist circumference greater than 34 inches for women and 39 inches for men indicates an increased risk for hypertension.

Dietary Sodium Restriction

Limiting sodium intake to less than 2.4 grams per day can potentially lower blood pressure by 2-8 mmHg.

Smoking's Impact

Smoking can raise blood pressure and while cessation may not significantly lower BP, it increases overall life expectancy.

Pharmacologic Treatment for Hypertension

The use of medications such as diuretics and ACE inhibitors that can effectively control high blood pressure.

When to take 3rd skinfold collection

if collection between same site is greater then 0.4mm then take again