Resting Heart Rate Checker
Enter your resting heart rate with your age and sex to see how it compares with healthy adult benchmarks — from athlete level to below average — and what the number means.
Resting Heart Rate Checker
Enter your resting heart rate with your age and sex to see how it compares with healthy adult benchmarks — from athlete level to below average — and what the number means.
Informational only — this does not diagnose any heart condition. A persistently very low or very high resting heart rate, or symptoms like dizziness, palpitations or breathlessness, should be checked by a doctor.
Used because the formula differs for men and women.
Measure at rest, ideally first thing in the morning before getting up.
- Athlete
- Excellent
- Good
- Average
- Below average
- General normal adult range
- 60–100 bpm
- Well-trained athletes
- ~40–60 bpm
- Your benchmark (men)
- Athlete ≤55 · Average 66–73
Good fitness — better than the average adult. Resting heart rate is informational only — a persistently very low or high rate, or symptoms such as dizziness or palpitations, means see a doctor. Ranges per the American Heart Association and Mayo Clinic.
This is an educational estimate, not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional. Categories follow the American Heart Association (AHA).
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What is a normal resting heart rate?
Your resting heart rate (RHR) is how many times your heart beats per minute while you are at rest. For most adults the American Heart Association puts the normal range at 60 to 100 beats per minute. A lower resting rate generally points to better cardiovascular fitness and a more efficient heart — well-trained endurance athletes are often in the 40 to 60 range.
The most accurate time to measure is first thing in the morning, before you get up: count your pulse for 30 seconds and double it, or use a fitness tracker’s resting figure.
How to read your benchmark
This checker places your number into a fitness band — Athlete, Excellent, Good, Average, or Below average — adjusted slightly for sex (women average a few beats higher) and age. The bands are a general fitness guide, not a medical assessment.
What can move your resting heart rate:
- Fitness — regular cardio lowers it over time.
- Stress, caffeine, and nicotine — raise it temporarily.
- Sleep, hydration, and illness or fever.
- Some medications (for example beta-blockers lower it).
- Air temperature and body position.
When to see a doctor
A single reading outside the range is rarely a concern on its own. But see a doctor if your resting heart rate is persistently above 100 bpm (tachycardia) or below 60 bpm without being athletic (bradycardia), or if you have symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, palpitations, chest discomfort or shortness of breath. These can have many causes, and only a clinician can assess them.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good resting heart rate by age?
For most adults of any age, 60–100 bpm is normal, and lower (toward 50–60) tends to indicate better fitness. Benchmarks shift only slightly with age; symptoms matter more than the exact number.
Is a resting heart rate of 50 too low?
For a fit or athletic person, 50 bpm can be perfectly healthy. For someone who isn’t athletic, or who feels dizzy or faint, a rate that low is worth discussing with a doctor.
Why is my resting heart rate high?
Common causes include low fitness, stress, caffeine, dehydration, poor sleep, illness, or certain medications. A persistently high resting rate (over 100 bpm) should be checked by a doctor.
How do I lower my resting heart rate?
Regular aerobic exercise is the most reliable way, along with good sleep, stress management, hydration, and limiting caffeine and nicotine. Improvements usually show over weeks to months.
Sources & references
Not medical advice. This result is an educational estimate from HealthyLifeStyles (Trusted Wellness), based on population formulas — not a diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your health.
https://www.healthylifestyles.com/tools/resting-heart-rate-checker