An increase in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure at rest and during exercise often accompanies aging. Blood pressure usually increases because of __________.

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As people age, arterial walls become stiffer and less elastic, causing decreased arterial compliance and increased arterial stiffness. This leads to an increase in blood pressure both at rest and during exercise.

An Increase in Both Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure at Rest