Your Guide to Building a Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Routine That Sticks
Keeping track of your blood pressure numbers is an essential part of any heart health plan. It helps you understand how your lifestyle and treatments are affecting you.
Building a consistent monitoring routine can be challenging, but there are ways to simplify the process. Like any routine, it gets easier with time and practice. Establish your blood pressure monitoring routine today and you’ll soon have a stronger understanding of your blood pressure and how it changes over time.
Here are some ways to set up a successful blood pressure monitoring routine:
Get specific: When you set or update your blood pressure checking goal in your Higi Account, get clear about how you’ll achieve it. Choose the days and time of day you’ll complete each blood pressure test. Checking your blood pressure is important for giving you an accurate picture of your numbers over time. Plus, doing it at the same time of day can help you stay consistent.
Use reminders: Set an alarm on your phone for when it’s time to check your blood pressure. You can use the clock application or create calendar events on your phone. You can also use non-technology reminders like marking up a paper calendar, putting sticky notes on your fridge or a mirror.
Keep it handy: Keep your blood pressure device somewhere easy to get to. Rather than storing it out of sight, make it easy to get to. If your home environment allows it, consider keeping it in plain sight. That way, your blood pressure monitor itself will be a reminder to check.
Build momentum: New routines can become automatic through repetition. The more you keep up with your blood pressure monitoring routine, the easier it may feel.
Involve your support system: Share your blood pressure checking plan with someone you trust. Simply stating your goal can help give you a sense of accountability. It also allows the people who care about you to offer support and encouragement.
Pair it with other habits: Link blood pressure monitoring with other daily habits, like brushing your teeth or having a morning cup of coffee. This can help reinforce the routine.
Remember your why: Monitoring your blood pressure is a crucial part of achieving your health goals. Remind yourself that knowing your numbers allows you to move forward with confidence towards the healthier, happier life you want.
Staying on top of your health starts with monitoring your blood pressure regularly. Monitoring shows you how your lifestyle and treatments are affecting you so you can move forward with confidence. Use the strategies above to build your blood pressure monitoring routine — you and your health goals are worth the effort.