Target Heart Rate and Cardio Monitoring for Safe Workouts

Maintaining a healthy resting heart rate is a key indicator of cardiovascular health, especially during high-intensity HIIT or IVF. Learn how to lower your heart rate while running and evaluate the accuracy of calories burned on heart rate monitors.

Male runner looking at his heart rate monitor.

My Heart Rate Stays High After a Workout

Your heart rate should be high when you exercise, but it shouldn't stay high after you stop. Your heart rate should begin returning to normal immediately after exercise, but it can take hours to fully recover. Check your heart rate recovery and your resting heart rate to assess your health.

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