From Apple Watches to Fitbits to treadmills, there are more ways than ever for people to keep up with their vitals. So why does so much fitness tech check your pulse? Because your resting heart rate ...

Heart rate zones represent different percentages of your maximum heart rate. They can help guide the intensity and effectiveness of your workouts. The benefits of exercise are widespread and include ...

As a lifelong health and fitness enthusiast with 15 years of experience, Rachel MacPherson is passionate about cutting through fads and noise. Her aim is to clearly communicate health information with ...

Most fitness trackers offer a wealth of heart-rate data. Here’s how to make sense of it. By Talya Minsberg If you wear a smartwatch or fitness tracker, you likely already have access to a steady ...

That subtle thumping you feel in your wrist or neck is more than just the rhythm of life; it's a vital sign that can offer valuable insights into your heart health. Your resting heart rate (RHR), ...

To live is to have a heartbeat, which is why it makes sense for us living things to have a good understanding of our ticker. It’s well-known science that our hearts beat faster when we exercise and ...

Thanks to the proliferation of smartwatches and fitness trackers, it’s never been easier to log your heart rate while running: Simply don the device, start your workout, and watch those beats per ...

Most professionals regard resting heart rate as a reliable measure of fitness. But when it comes to training, keeping your heart rate in specific “zones” is more important for building stamina and ...

Your heart beats around 100,000 times every day. Heart rate is a key marker of cardiovascular activity and an important vital sign. But your pulse is not as steady as a precision clock – nor would you ...