Understanding our body’s target heart rate zones and how they change as we age is crucial for getting the most out of our workouts. If your goal is to burn fat, for example, you’ll want to stay in ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Zone 2 training is a type of cardio exercise where you use your heart rate as a guide to help you find the right intensity for your ...

Normal Slow Walking Heart Rate Causes of Faster Heart Rate Measuring Heart Rate How to Lower Heart Rate When to See a Doctor You may know your target heart rate when working out or your ideal heart ...

Your heart rate can tell you a lot about your fitness and cardiovascular health. Your heart beats consistently, day in and day out, but you may not generally pay close attention to it. You might take ...

Any form of cardio, like running, raises your heart rate. But how high is too high? If you look at your heart rate monitor and notice your bpm (beats per minute) has climbed to, say, 170, you should ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: When I go for a walk or to the gym, people always seem to be checking their pulse, whether by hand or with a wearable. Why is heart rate so important? ANSWER: Your heart rate, or ...