In the busy city life, Li Ming, like many middle-aged people, is under the double pressure of work and life. As a department manager of a well-known company, his long-term high-intensity work and irregular daily Xi made him face a common but serious health problem - high blood pressure. Although Li Ming has always been aware of this problem, he always uses "busy" as an excuse to ignore the importance of health management.
A routine medical check-up refocused Li Ming's attention on his health. The medical examination report showed that his blood pressure was well above the normal range, and the doctor seriously reminded him that if it was not effectively controlled in time, high blood pressure could lead to more serious health problems. Doctors advised Li Ming to make lifestyle changes, especially to include moderate exercise to help lower blood pressure. Li Ming knew that this was a question he couldn't avoid.
After returning home, Li Ming pondered for a long time on the sofa in the living room. He tried to run, but each time he gave up halfway through because of his busy work and physical exhaustion. For him, running is time-consuming and ineffective. He began to wonder if there were other more suitable exercises for him that could effectively help him control his blood pressure without adding too much burden.
At this time, he remembered a British study that a friend had mentioned not long ago. That study pointed out that there was a specific form of exercise that was particularly helpful in lowering high blood pressure, and that it wasn't the usual way to think of running. Li Ming decided to start his journey of health change from this clue.
On the advice of his doctor, Li Ming began his athletic journey. Initially, he tried brisk walking, sticking to an hour's walk in a nearby park every day. He hopes this simple exercise will help him control his blood pressure. As the weeks passed, Li Ming felt a slight improvement, but the numbers on the blood pressure monitor did not show the significant drop he had hoped for.
Unwilling to give up, Li Ming decided to try other forms of exercise. He signed up for a local swimming class and began learning Xi yoga. While these activities made him feel relaxed, there still seemed to be nothing he could do about his blood pressure problems. Every time he had a physical exam, his blood pressure readings always disappointed him.
One evening, while browsing articles on health online, Li Ming stumbled upon a British study. Studies have shown that a specific type of exercise has a significant effect on lowering high blood pressure, and this is not the well-known type of running. The study mentions a moderate-intensity circuit training that includes a combination of a series of bodyweight training and aerobic exercise.
This discovery made Li Ming's eyes shine. He realized that his previous workouts might have been too monolithic and didn't achieve the results of the moderate-intensity circuit training mentioned in the study.
After doing more research and preparation, Li Ming began his new exercise program. He set up a yoga mat in a small space at home and started a series of bodyweight training, such as push-ups, squats, sit-ups, etc. In order to keep the exercise varied and interesting, he also added skipping rope and brisk walking.
Li Ming has been sticking to this new way of exercising for three months. The initial discomfort and doubt were gradually replaced by sweat and persistence. He began to notice noticeable changes in his body, not only in terms of size, but more importantly, his blood pressure levels began to decrease steadily. Every time he took his blood pressure, he felt a sense of accomplishment that he had never felt before. From the initial 150/95 mmHg, his blood pressure stabilized at around 130/85 mmHg, which is undoubtedly a huge victory for Li Ming.
At a recent follow-up visit, Li Ming excitedly showed his blood pressure records to the doctor. The doctor applauded Li Ming's change and confirmed the effectiveness of this type of exercise. The doctor explained that unlike the intense exercise mode of running, the exercise chosen by Li Ming is more suitable for middle-aged and elderly people, with less cardiovascular stimulation, and can effectively promote blood circulation and help lower blood pressure. After hearing this, Li Ming was even more convinced that his choice was correct.
With the stabilization of blood pressure and the improvement of physical condition, Li Ming's quality of life has also been significantly improved. He no longer feels tired and anxious as often as before, but is full of energy and confidence. He began to actively promote this form of exercise to those around him, including his family and friends. Li Ming even started a small movement group in the community to encourage more people like him who had suffered from high blood pressure to join in. This movement gradually became a common topic and interest among them.
Thanks to Li Ming's efforts, his story and this way of movement gradually spread in the community, attracting more and more people to participate. He felt that he had not only improved his health, but also invisibly influenced and helped others, which gave him a great sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.