Heart Rate Recovery Calculator
Calculate your heart rate recovery score to assess cardiovascular fitness and heart health after exercise.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is heart rate recovery?
Heart rate recovery (HRR) is the rate at which your heart rate decreases after exercise. It's measured by how many beats per minute your heart rate drops in the first minute (or two minutes) after stopping exercise.
What is a good heart rate recovery score?
A healthy HRR is typically 15-25 bpm drop after 1 minute. A drop of less than 12 bpm may indicate poor cardiovascular fitness. After 2 minutes, a drop of 30-50 bpm or more is considered excellent.
Why is heart rate recovery important?
HRR is a strong predictor of cardiovascular health. Faster recovery indicates better fitness and lower risk of heart disease. It's used by athletes to track training progress and by doctors to assess heart health.