The criteria for inclusion in the study were: (1) over 40
years of age, (2) be on medical and/or pharmacological
blood pressure (BP) control treatment, (3) resting systolic
blood pressure (SBP) < 160 mm Hg and/or diastolic blood
pressure (DBP) < 105 mm Hg. Exclusion criteria were: (1)
serious heart disease or its symptoms including myocardial
infarction, angina or cardiac arrest, (2) stroke or transient
ischemia, and (3) difficulty walking or performing the
exercises.