Is a resting heart rate of 110 normal?
Disease description:
To check my physical health these past two days, I have been walking slowly and measuring my heart rate while walking. Last night, I noticed that my heart rate reached 110 while walking slowly, so I would like to ask whether a heart rate of 110 during slow walking is normal.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Whether a heart rate of 110 beats per minute during brisk walking is normal depends on the specific circumstances.
In general, the target heart rate range for moderate-intensity exercise (such as brisk walking) in adults is 50%-70% of the maximum heart rate. The maximum heart rate is calculated using the formula 220 minus age. For example, a 40-year-old adult would have a maximum heart rate of 180 beats per minute, and the target heart rate for moderate-intensity exercise would be between 90 and 126 beats per minute. Therefore, a heart rate of 110 beats per minute during brisk walking falls within this range and can be considered normal.
Heart rate can also be influenced by various factors such as emotions, environment, and individual differences. Heart rate may increase during emotional excitement, stress, or in hot and humid conditions. If the heart rate remains consistently elevated during brisk walking, accompanied by symptoms such as chest tightness, dizziness, excessive fatigue, or if the heart rate takes a long time to return to normal after rest, it may be necessary to consider the presence of heart-related conditions, such as myocardial ischemia or myocarditis.
If there are any concerns, it is recommended to seek medical advice promptly.
