A system, and method for isometric exercise that safely reduces resting
blood pressure and increases overall cardiovascular health. An apparatus
includes a handle or grip configured to provide natural resistance to
force and maximize user comfort and the system includes squeezing the
handle or grip of the apparatus with a force that is less than the
maximum squeeze force of the user, thereby reducing blood flow through
contracting arm muscles and safely increasing blood pressure during
exercise. Resting blood pressure is reduced through regular use of the
system. The method includes measuring and recording the maximum squeeze
force of a user, calculating a fractional force using the duration of
exercise or a desired fractional force percentage, and alternately
inducing the user to apply the fractional force for a calculated time and
inducing the user to apply a lesser fractional force or no force for a
calculated time.