EFEITOS DO EXERCÍCIO FÍSICO NO CONTROLE DA HIPERTENSÃO ARTERIAL EM ADULTOS: REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA

Abstract

Systemic arterial hypertension (SAH) is one of the most prevalent non-communicable chronic diseases and a major risk factor for cardiovascular events. Physical exercise is recognized as an effective non-pharmacological intervention in blood pressure management. The aim of this systematic review was to analyze studies available in the SciELO database, between 2020 and 2025, on the effects of physical exercise in adults aged 18 to 50, of both sexes, diagnosed with hypertension. Thirteen studies were included, addressing aerobic, resistance, isometric, and combined exercise modalities. Results showed average reductions of –5 to –12 mmHg in systolic blood pressure (SBP) and –3 to –7 mmHg in diastolic blood pressure (DBP), with combined training being the most effective. We conclude that regular physical exercise should be incorporated into the routine of hypertensive adults as a safe and complementary strategy to pharmacological treatment