<![CDATA[Hypertension is a non-communicable disease with a high prevalence and poses a significant risk of serious complications if not properly controlled. Based on community nursing assessment data in Curahmalang Village, there were 406 recorded cases of hypertension, indicating the need for promotive and preventive interventions. This community service activity aimed to help control blood pressure and improve community knowledge regarding the importance of physical activity through hypertension exercise. The activity was conducted on Friday, February 6, 2026, involving 25 participants from Curahmalang Village in collaboration with students from Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember. The method used was a non-pharmacological intervention in the form of group-based hypertension exercise for approximately 30 minutes, accompanied by brief health education. Evaluation was carried out by measuring blood pressure before and after the activity and assessing participants’ knowledge using pre-test and post-test questionnaires. The results showed a decrease in the mean systolic blood pressure by approximately 8 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by 5 mmHg after the intervention. In addition, the average knowledge score increased from 60 to 85. All participants (100%) actively engaged in the activity and were able to perform the exercise movements according to their abilities. Hypertension exercise was well accepted by the community, demonstrated measurable improvements in knowledge and short-term blood pressure reduction, and has the potential to be implemented as a sustainable activity to support hypertension control at the community level.]]>
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