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Blood pressure is the force at which your blood is pumped. Blood pressure should be at a normal level. It should neither be high (hypertension) nor low (hypotension) Discover optimal blood pressure ranges and levels for men and women by age. Learn what’s normal, high, or low, and how to maintain a healthy BP for overall well-being. The American Heart Association outlines a normal blood pressure reading of 130/80 mm Hg for adults. Here is a chart that breaks down the ideal blood pressure and heart rate range by age. Excessive pressure can harden arteries, decreasing the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. This elevated pressure and reduced blood flow can cause: chest pain, also called angina; heart attack, which occurs when the blood supply to the heart is blocked and heart muscle cells die from lack of oxygen.