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I was exercising and my heart rate was at 125-132 how come it went down to 80 real fast after i stopped?

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Heart rate: If you are well conditioned the heart rate will come down quickly. This is usually a good sign.

Answered 3/19/2013

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That's fine...: You are good... No worries there... Keep going...

Answered 12/11/2013

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