Can a person with hypertension play cricket? -

Exercise is important, but people with severe hypertension need to be careful about exercise. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that teens with severe hypertension avoid certain sports only until their hypertension is under control and there is no evidence of organ damage (e.g., heart damage). Sports on the quot;avoidquot; list include weight lifting and bodybuilding, especially if done competitively - in other words, sports that focus on building muscle mass but do not balance it with aerobic activity. People whose hypertension is less severe or under control are encouraged to participate in sports as a way of managing their condition.