a suboptimal daytime SBP of \>135-160 mmHg on a 24-h ABPM
reported no regular physical activity or less than that recommended for adults by the World Health Organization (e.g. \<150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week)
on stable doses of anti-HT medication(s) for ≥4 weeks if the patient is receiving drug treatments;
agree for no drug changes during the intervention period (24 weeks);
You may not be if
cannot provide informed consent
unwillingness to repeat ABPM
relative contraindications to ABPM (i.e. diagnosed atrial fibrillation, nighttime workers, occupational drivers, or patients with bleeding tendencies)
severe osteoarthritis pending knee replacement surgery
known secondary HT
use of ≥3 anti-HT medications at maximum doses or ≥4 anti-HT medications
SBP or DBP are \>160 mmHg or \>100 mmHg, respectively, on ABPM at baseline or at 12 weeks follow-up to ensure safety
pregnancy/breastfeeding
active malignancy
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