What is the normal resting heart rate?
Disease description:
Recently, I've been feeling that my heart is beating quite fast, and I'm a bit worried. May I ask what is the normal heart rate at rest?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Resting heart rate refers to the number of heartbeats per minute when an individual is in a completely relaxed state, typically in the morning after waking up but before getting out of bed and before engaging in any physical activity. The normal resting heart rate range for an adult at rest is generally between 60 and 100 beats per minute. This normal range is influenced by various complex factors, including age, gender, physical fitness, and genetic factors.
For athletes or individuals who frequently engage in aerobic exercise, the resting heart rate is often lower than that of the general population, possibly falling below 60 beats per minute, and may even be as low as 40 to 50 beats per minute. This phenomenon occurs because long-term physical training significantly enhances cardiac function, enabling the heart to pump blood more efficiently throughout the body.
In elderly individuals or those with certain medical conditions, the resting heart rate may be higher than the normal range of 100 beats per minute. Specific heart rate values must be diagnosed according to individual circumstances.
