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What is a normal heart rate for a 14y/r while doing cardio? his is usually 170-180

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Exercise: The rate you list is fine for a 14year old doing cardio exercise. Their rates run faster than older folks due to multiple factors.

Answered 3/30/2013

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Normal: That is a normal response.

Dr Weisberger agreed

Answered 3/31/2013

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