Do you or someone you know have high cholesterol and/or high blood pressure?

Did you know that exercise can help alleviate the symptoms of these conditions?

Current research shows that an appropriate exercise program can help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as decrease the risk of further complications associated with these conditions.

Other benefits of regular exercise include:

• Reduced ‘Low Density Lipoprotein’ levels (bad cholesterol)
• Increased ‘High Density Lipoprotein’ levels (good cholesterol)
• Improved insulin resistance
• Improved cardio-respiratory function
• Improved strength and endurance
• Improved body composition with loss of regional fat
• Maintenance of optimal body weight
• Decreased dependency on medication
• Reduced systolic blood pressure
• Reduced severity of arthrosclerosis, which is associated with heart disease

How can Pro Fit Lifestyle help?
Pro Fit Lifestyle’s accredited Exercise Physiologists can develop a personalised exercise program to help you manage high cholesterol and/or high blood pressure, plus minimise the risk of further complications. With focused one-on-one support, your program will incorporate the ideal exercise activities and frequency for your situation, enabling you to enjoy an improved quality of life.

What is high cholesterol?
High cholesterol is a chronic condition characterised by elevated levels of fat in the blood.
It’s associated with a condition known as arthrosclerosis – the build-up of fatty plaque on artery walls, resulting in restricted blood flow to the heart, brain and other vital organs. High cholesterol is also linked to a range of serious medical conditions such as high blood pressure, stroke, aneurysm, heart attack and heart failure.

What is high blood pressure?
High blood pressure (or AKA Hypertension) is a chronic condition characterised by an increase in systemic arterial blood pressure. Hypertension is a major risk factor for numerous other medical conditions including stroke, kidney failure, heart attack and heart failure.