Are you taking any BP meds?
I like to spend as much time outdoors hiking as possible rather than the gym. I just got back from hiking to some mining ghost towns in the San Jose, CA area. Did 6 miles and 1,200 feet up the mountains. With such a wet winter, the wildflower bloom is spectacular. Lots of California poppies all over the place today in full bloom.
I've really ramped up my vigorous hiking and need to dial back my BP meds.
Keep in mind you never want to injure any body parts if over 50 age. Healing takes longer. My BP is affected by salt intake more than any factor. In Florida summers there is lot of sweating and my BP is lower than in winters. I take 10mg Lisinopril for insurance, but so long as I am doing REGULAR exercise I may not even need it. Heart attack will be rare with regular exercise.