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What Is a Normal Heart Rate (Pulse)?

Heart Rate During Exercise

The heart rate can increase during exercises or physical activities. This is because the heart has to beat faster to provide sufficient oxygen and nutrients. However, this measurement can be reduced gradually when you are aging, meaning that the heart is more efficient by working less while still pumping adequate blood. The maximum heart rate in adults during exercise is approximately 150 to 220 bpm, which is the full capability of your heart. When doing low- to moderate-intensity sports, the heart rate can be somewhere between 80 and 170 bpm. [3]