Diagnosis of arterial hypertension and currently taking antihypertensive medication
Age 60 years or older
Resting blood pressure below 160/95 mmHg
No high cardiovascular risk according to the American College of Sports Medicine criteria (for participants with type 2 diabetes, glycemic control with fasting glucose \<100 mg/dL and postprandial glucose \<140 mg/dL)
Not participating in a structured exercise program for more than three months
No cognitive or functional limitations that prevent participation in the exercise program
You may not be if
Presence of acute illnesses, such as influenza, sinusitis, gastroenteritis, urinary tract infection, fever, inflammatory processes, or any clinical condition requiring rest or that may compromise safety during assessments or training.
Decompensated clinical conditions, including: Blood pressure spikes, Chest pain, Uncontrolled arrhythmias, Shortness of breath at rest, Asthma exacerbations, Decompensated diabetes mellitus, characterized by Persistently elevated blood glucose levels (fasting glucose \> 180 mg/dL or postprandial glucose \> 250 mg/dL)
Irregular use of medication
Any unstable clinical condition or condition that represents additional risk for the practice of physical exercise.
Clareo Health | Dynamic and Isometric Strength Training in Older Adults With Hypertension
