<![CDATA[Introduction: Older adults are prone to hypertension with blood pressure ≥140/90 mmHg, which can lead to complications such as stroke. Objective: The objective of this study was to determine the effectiveness of hypertension exercises in lowering blood pressure in older adults with hypertension in Kaliputih Purwojati Village. Method: The community service activity was conducted on April 16 and 23, 2025, at the Kaliputih Purwojati Village Posyandu using lecture, demonstration, and pre-test–post-test blood pressure measurements. A total of 25 elderly participants met the inclusion and exclusion criteria, with instruments including a digital sphygmomanometer, a knowledge questionnaire, and an exercise compliance checklist. Data were analyzed descriptively and comparatively to assess changes in blood pressure and knowledge levels before and after the intervention. Result: The results of community service showed an increase in participants' knowledge from 36% to 76%. In addition, there was a decrease in blood pressure, from 40% to 52% at the first meeting, and from 60% to 76% at the second meeting. These findings indicate that the activities carried out had a positive impact on improving participants' understanding and their health conditions. Conclusion: This shows that hypertension exercises are effective in lowering blood pressure in elderly people with hypertension.]]>
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