Resting Heart Rate Calculator
Compare resting heart rate to age-based ranges and estimated max HR.
Use the calculator below, then review the formula, a numeric example, and the reference table to understand how the resting heart rate calculator result is produced.
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What is this calculator?
Compare resting heart rate to age-based ranges and estimated max HR. The formula, a worked example, and a reference table are below. Results are for education only, not medical advice.
How it works
Categories: <60 bpm athletic/bradycardia range; 60–100 typical adult; >100 elevated; max HR ≈ 220 − age.
Example
Age 35, RHR 68 bpm within typical range; max HR ≈ 185 bpm.
Reference Table
| Value | Meaning |
|---|---|
| <60 | Athletic or evaluate if symptomatic |
| 60–100 | Common adult resting range |
| >100 | Stress, illness, or deconditioning possible |
FAQ
When to measure?
Morning before caffeine is a common habit.
Wearables?
Compare trends, not single readings.
Medications?
Beta-blockers lower RHR by design.
Symptoms with low HR?
Dizziness or fainting needs clinical review.