Originally Posted by
terrymorse
Beta blockers are a poor choice for aerobic athletes, as they substantially reduce aerobic fitness and exercise tolerance.
There are alternative drugs that are more appropriate for athletes. If my cardiologist prescribed beta blockers, I would run (not walk) to get a second opinion from a sports cardiologist.
Here's a good summary article on
treating hypertension in athletes.
That's a very useful summary. I'm lucky: my doctor has had me on an ACE inhibitor (quinaprill) for years and it is keeping my BP stable and at the top of the OK limits.
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