how to take resting pulse rate
To check your pulse at your wrist, place two fingers between the bone and the tendon over your radial artery â which is located on the thumb side of your wrist. When you feel your pulse, count the number of beats in 15 seconds. Multiply this number by 4 to calculate your beats a minute.Keep in mind that many factors can influence heart rate, including: 1  Activity level. 2  Fitness level. 3  Air temperature. 4  Body position (standing up or lying down, for example). 5  Emotions. 6  Body size.hen you feel your pulse, count the number of beats in 15 seconds. Multiply this number by 4 to calculate your beats a minute. Keep in mind that many factors can influence heart rate, including: 1  Activity level. 2  Fitness level. 3  Air temperature. 4  Body position (standing up or lying down, for example). 5  Emotions.