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My doctor told me I couldn't lift over 50 lbs no lifting or straining. Said walking is fine. Just not to over do it. My doctor told me that blood pressure has to be below 110-120 on top and 60-70 on the bottom. I'm fairly new to this is as well.

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It’s interesting how each doctor has their own definition of what the blood pressure range should be. Mine told me the top number has to be 130 or under and the bottom number should be 80 or under. That seems kind of high to me. I do monitor it most days, but sometimes I get nervous when I hear the machine that it’s going to be high and then it’s a self-fulfilling prophecy. Most of the time my blood pressure is 117/72 or thereabouts but sometimes it’s closer to the 130 and 80 range. It depends on the time of day I take it. I guess our blood pressure can change throughout the day. It’s just nerve-racking. Thank you for sharing!