What is the heart rate of a person while running

The heart rate of a person while running is usually 60% to 80% of the maximum heart rate, and the specific value is influenced by factors such as age, exercise intensity, and physical fitness level. A healthy adult's heart rate is about 60 to 100 beats per minute when quiet, and may rise to 120 to 180 beats per minute when running. The changes in heart rate during exercise are closely related to the individual's basal metabolic rate. People who lack exercise for a long time may experience a faster increase in heart rate while running, which may reach a higher level in a short period of time. People with good cardiovascular function experience slower heart rate increase and faster recovery at the same intensity. Sports watches or heart rate bands can help monitor data in real-time, avoiding discomfort caused by high heart rate.

Some special populations need to pay special attention to heart rate control. Cardiovascular disease patients should not exceed the safe range recommended by doctors during exercise. Pregnant women and middle-aged and elderly individuals should choose moderate intensity exercise to maintain their heart rate at 50% to 70% of its maximum value. Taking specific medications such as antihypertensive drugs may affect heart rate response, and this group of people should consult a professional physician before exercising.

During running, the heart rate status can be easily determined through a speech test. Being able to say a complete short sentence indicates being in the aerobic zone, but only intermittently uttering words may lead to entering an anaerobic state. It is recommended to warm up and relax thoroughly before and after exercise, gradually increasing the intensity. If abnormal symptoms such as chest tightness and dizziness occur, exercise should be stopped immediately and medical examination should be sought.