Facts about Heart Rate (Pulse Rate)

• The pulse rate increases when involved in some physical exertion or exercise. See a doctor if the pulse rate doesn’t come down to normal after exercising.
• Daily physical exercise increases the stamina and strength of the cardio-vascular system.
• Physical exertion and exercise should not be very strenuous that they increase your pulse rate beyond the limit.
• If you have a low pulse rate of less than 60 beats per minute, then the condition is medically termed as bradycardia. Some of the causes of bradycardia are
  • Metabolic problems
  • Heart disease
• Tachycardia (high pulse rate) is a condition in which your heart beats at a rate greater than 100 bpm. Some of the factors causing high pulse rate may include
  • Increased activity
  • Side effects of certain medications
  • Consuming alcohol
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Heart and lung diseases

How to measure your heart rate (pulse rate)?