What should my bpm be for my age?
The normal resting heart rate for adults over the age of 10 years, including older adults, is between 60 and 100 beats per minute (bpm). Highly trained athletes may have a resting heart rate below 60 bpm, sometimes reaching 40 bpm.
What does a low pulse rate indicate?
Healthy young adults and athletes often have heart rates of less than 60 beats a minute. In other people, bradycardia is a sign of a problem with the heart’s electrical system. It means that the heart’s natural pacemaker isn’t working right or that the electrical pathways of the heart are disrupted.
Why is my heart rate over 100 at rest?
Heart rates that are consistently above 100, even when the patient is sitting quietly, can sometimes be caused by an abnormal heart rhythm. A high heart rate can also mean the heart muscle is weakened by a virus or some other problem that forces it to beat more often to pump enough blood to the rest of the body.
What can cause your heart to beat too fast?
Stress, exercise, or even too much alcohol or caffeine can cause your heart to beat faster than normal. But if your heart races a lot—or if you notice your heartbeat is often irregular—then you should see a doctor.
Why can I feel my heartbeat when I lay down?
Why do I only get heart palpitations at night? Heart palpitations at night occur when you get the feeling of a strong pulse in your chest, neck, or head after you lay down to sleep. It’s important to note that while these may be unsettling, they’re usually normal and aren’t typically a sign of anything more serious.
What side is best to sleep on for your heart?
We recommend sleeping on the right side since it may be the key to a healthier heart. Studies suggest it reduces pressure on the heart and stabilizes your blood pressure and heart rate.
How should you sleep to avoid a heart attack?
Here are 5 things to try if you have heart failure and are struggling to get a good night’s sleep.
- Get screened for sleep apnea.
- Sleep on your side.
- Elevate the head of your bed.
- Elevate your feet.
- Avoid sleeping flat on your back, unless you have a CPAP machine.