Blood Pressure Effects of Isometric Exercise and Beetroot Juice

STUDY BASICS

Do you have normal or high blood pressure? You may be eligible for a research study to assess how a beetroot juice supplement affects your blood pressure and handgrip strength. Participation includes a baseline visit that includes blood pressure screening and other measures and 3 follow up visits where we will test your blood pressure; at two of these visits, you will take the supplement.

STUDY PURPOSE

The purpose of this study is to assess how a beetroot juice supplement affects your blood pressure and handgrip strength.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Ages 18 to 64 years old
• Can speak and read English fluently
• Normal or elevated blood pressure
• Physically inactive (purposeful exercise <2 days per week)
• Stable medication use over prior three months

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

• A baseline visit that includes blood pressure screening and other measures
• 3 follow up visits where we will test your blood pressure; at two of these visits, you will take the supplement.