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What's a safe way to work out for 20 year olds with a high (120) heart rate? what should my heart rate be during workouts?

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Resting tachycardia: I would not advise you to start working out until the reason for your elevated resting heart rate is determined. You are young, and might well tolerate exercise, but a resting pulse of 120 is not normal and the cause needs to be figured out. See your doctor.

Answered 4/7/2014

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