Changes in Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure After Exercise
Disease description:
I experienced chest tightness and dizziness after exercising and am concerned that these symptoms might be related to blood pressure. Therefore, I would like to understand how systolic and diastolic blood pressure change following exercise.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Man
After exercise, systolic blood pressure typically increases, while diastolic blood pressure decreases. During physical activity, the body’s nervous system becomes stimulated, leading to vasoconstriction and muscle contraction, which in turn elevates blood pressure. Diastolic pressure decreases because peripheral vascular resistance diminishes post-exercise, resulting in a marked reduction in diastolic pressure. As long as there is no prolonged shortness of breath or palpitations after exercise, the blood pressure is considered normal.
