Does 140/90 mm Hg BP in my runner husband mean hypertension?

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I read your query and understood your concern.

It's so nice of you to watch over your husband's health like this. It’s good that you have noticed this and decided to ask, because a lot of people who exercise on a regular basis assume that everything is fine.

Yes, a blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg is considered hypertensive, to answer your question. As per general guidelines, it is stage 1 hypertension and needs attention with some dietary changes like reducing salt intake and avoiding fried and baked foods.

He may need to start a medication such as an angiotensin receptor blocker or a calcium channel blocker based on a doctor’s evaluation. Don’t worry about it too much. “This is a prudent thing to do to protect his heart and kidneys in the long term.

The good news is that his running habit is a huge advantage. He can continue to run and do aerobic exercise because it helps to lower blood pressure. He should drink plenty of fluids, and if he gets chest pain, dizziness, or unusual shortness of breath while running, he should slow down and have it checked.

If he’s carrying extra weight, losing even a small amount can help improve blood pressure. A low resting heart rate is often normal for people who run regularly and often indicates good cardiovascular health.

But with those blood pressure readings, he needs to get a proper evaluation by a doctor soon. It’s good that you’re encouraging him to get this checked.

I hope you are satisfied with my answer. For further queries, you can consult me at iCliniq.

Thank you.