Question: what can cause your blood pressure to elevate?
Answer: Being overweight or obese. The greater your body mass, the more blood you need to supply oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. ... 
Age. ... 
Sex. ... 
Race. ... 
Family history of high blood pressure. ... 
Not being physically active. ... 
Diet high in salt (sodium) or low in potassium. ... 
Tobacco use.