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Blood Pressure Levels

According to the American Heart Association there are three blood pressure levels. Which is your level?

  • Normal blood pressure is a systolic pressure of less than 120 and a diastolic pressure of less than 80.
    • You are doing good, Yahoo!
  • Elevated level is a systolic pressure between 120 and 129 with a diastolic pressure of less than 80.
    • Keep up with your exercise or if you haven’t started yet today is a good day to start.
  • High blood pressure is a systolic pressure of 130 or higher, or a diastolic pressure of 80 or higher.
    • Consult with your physician and keep monitoring. Try more fruits and veggies in your diet and keep on exercising.

What is High Blood Pressure? | American Heart Association