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Resting Heart Rate

What should my resting heart rate be?

Adults generally have a resting heart rate that ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. Your number will depend on a variety of factors, including your overall cardiovascular fitness, body position, emotional state, medication regimen, and even the wea...

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