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An ancient Chinese exercise called baduanjin lowers blood pressure as much as a daily brisk walk — without a gym or equipment

Picture a 65-year-old retiree whose knees ache too much for a morning walk but whose doctor keeps warning about creeping blood pressure. A year-long clinical trial published in early 2026 suggests she ...
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Traditional Chinese exercise routine reduces blood pressure as much as brisk walking

The Baduanjin exercise has been practiced for hundreds of years as a way to achieve relaxation and improve mental and physical health through gentle movement. Recently, scientists completed a large ...
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If you do this 800-year-old Chinese exercise daily, your BP & heart may stay healthier than with any other medicine, says study

A traditional Chinese exercise practised for more than 800 years could offer a simple and affordable way to help manage high blood pressure, according to new research published in the Journal of the ...
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Exercise programs benefit a wide range of long-term health conditions, finds health data analysis

A new study looking at health data from the last 20 years has highlighted the benefits of exercise programs for individuals living with long-term health conditions. Drawing on a comprehensive overview ...