resting pulse rates
a normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats a minute generally a lower heart rate at rest implies more efficient heart function and better cardiovascular fitnessfor example a well trained athlete might have a normal resting heart rate closer to 40 beats a minute normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats a minute generally a lower heart rate at rest implies more efficient heart function and better cardiovascular fitness