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Wondering about heart rate. when sitting/lying down it can drop as low as 52-54, walking around it can hit 100. exercising up to 170. is this normal?

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Dr. Robert Varady answered

Normal 50-100: Normal heart rate is 50-100. Certainly HR will increase with vigorous exercise but 170 could be problematic. How good of shape you're in could effect both your resting and during exercise heart rate

Dr Minich and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/28/2014

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A member asked:

Wondering about heart rate. when sitting/lying down it can drop as low as 52-54, walking around it can hit 100. exercising up to 170. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Varady answered

Dr Minich and 2 doctors agreed

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