Knowing our blood pressure numbers is something we don't really pay attention to or don't even understand most of the time. The only excitement that comes along with it is finding that the machine is available at Wal Mart and seeing how long you can stand the pressure, or throwing your younger sibling in it and running away. But as we get older, it's time to open our eyes- we're not invisible (say whaaaat?!). One of the most important things you can do to reduce your risk of a stroke or heart attack is to keep your blood pressure at a healthy level. High blood pressure can cause heart attacks, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, and other serious problems. Your blood pressure should be lower than 120/80. If your blood pressure is normally low, a blood pressure considered normal might actually indicate an illness or health problem for you. Blood pressure can also be affected by medications, stress, or lack of physical activity.
Therefore, LET'S DO SOMETHING! Running has turned into a stress reliever for me (besides race day- then I'm all full of nerves at the starting line). So I get to relieve some stress while doing physical activity- killing 2 birds with 1 one stone yee haw! This year, I have decided to get my team heart healthy with me. I have encouraged them to wear their shirts to bucket list places or once in a lifetime places, as well as running some races with me. Feel free to send me your pictures so that I can add them to the post!
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Tina Greczek @ Myrtle Beach Color Me Rad 5K
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| Mike McCoppin on the coast of Dublin |
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| Lindsay Rummell @ a German Bier Fest |
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| ME:) Running the Pirates 5k HomeRun |
