Heart rate is the number of heartbeats measure by counting beats in a minute. A normal heart rate varies from 60 to 100 beats per minute at rest. If the heart rate goes below 60 at rest, it is known as bradycardia, and if it is above 100 at rest, it is known as tachycardia.
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What should be the target heart rate during physical activity?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 49 year old female. My resting heart rate is 69 bpm. What should be my target heart rate during physical activity? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The resting heart rate can vary among the population, and it is usually 72 +/- 6. With exercise, it may go to 180 or more depending on the nature of the training, exercise tolerance, fitness, the age of the patient, etc. The fitter you are, lower your resting hear... Read Full »
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