I just started exercising again; I'm doing 30 minutes on a treadmill at 5mph about 3-4 times a week. It's like a fast jog/slow run for me. Last time I was running (the second time since I've started), my heartbeat was up to like 190 beats per minute!!! That seems a little crazy to me! Is it just because I'm out of shape? I don't feel like I'm having any trouble exercising; that is, I don't feel like I'm going to die of exhaustion or anything like that! So why is my heartbeat so high? Will it eventually slow down during cardio?? What is normal?
2007-02-16 03:48:46 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I should also mention that I'm 20 years old
2007-02-16 03:56:26 · update #1
I'm not overweight; I weigh 115 pounds and I'm 5'4"
2007-02-16 03:57:00 · update #2
Maybe the treadmill heart rate monitor is wrong. Try a different treadmill if you are working out in a gym and see what the reading is on that one. When I jog on a treadmill my hate rate usually reaches 150 - 160 tops and I am 32 yrs old.
2007-02-16 04:01:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your heart isn't used to the strain you're putting it through, so it has to beat quickly to keep up with the oxygen demand.
When you exercise regularly, both the heart and the lungs work more efficiently, requiring less breaths and not so many beats per minute.
Age plays a factor in where you want your target heartrate to be. For instance, a 32 year old wants to keep the beats per minute to around 150 for cardio work.
190 is pretty high for anyone who isn't an infant. Start off really slow and take ample time before pushing yourself too hard.
Technically, everytime we do cardio we're at risk of having a heart attack, although the odds are about the same as being hity by lightning.
Marathon runners routinely die during races, for instance.
2007-02-16 03:59:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is that the highest you have ever seen it? How long does it last?
At what point of time during your exercise does it happen?
Do you feel any other sensations when it happens?
How long have you been working out? Does that happen only during running or it has been observed during biking, spinning or something else?
Do you have a history of heart disease in your family?
This is only the beginning of questions that a physician would ask you.
However, let me make it clear, that 190 is not unusual. My max heart rate is 192, but it can only last for 10-20 seconds, and they I slow down. There are people who naturally have a high heart rate, but it's rather gradual and stable.
2007-02-16 07:53:41 · answer #3 · answered by eyk2007 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For you age your target heart rate should be about 98-148 so its alittle high. When you are exercising you are suppost to be able to have a conversation with someone or talk if you can't talk while exerising you are working out to hard and your heart rate is saying the same thing. Slow it down a bit until you get in a little better shape take it slow, you will get faster. Good luck
2007-02-16 04:12:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. All a high heartbeat means is that the baby is active at the time the heartbeat was taken. Both of my boys never went below 144 and my second boy went as high as 180
2016-05-24 06:55:38 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you overweight? If so, your heart may not be as strong and you need to see a doctor to make sure you are exersising right for your lifestyle.
If not, you may just have a high heart rate. I do as well, when I am working out, I can get up to about 160bpm. See your doctor either way, and ECG should be helpful to make sure you dont have an underlying heart condition.
2007-02-16 03:52:28 · answer #6 · answered by Princess Cherbs 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went through a similar incident last year but my heart rate was 200. I was working very hard but I actually think the machine had a brain fart. If you can handle the stress keep it up and never give up until you can't. Good luck
2007-02-16 04:10:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you may be miscalculating your heartbeat a bit, but in general, you will have a higher beat due to being out of shape. Pay close attention to it as you progress, If it doesn't drop, see your doctor ASAP.
2007-02-16 03:52:48 · answer #8 · answered by S H 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you don't feel like you are going to keel over, then keep it up.
As you get into shape you should notice your heart rate not getting as high to perform the same amount of work.
If you notice any pains, or have difficulty breathing, dizziness, or other problems, you should stop, and consult a physician.
2007-02-16 03:51:52 · answer #9 · answered by joemammysbigguns 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
definitley too high! Normal HR is 60-100. Upon exertion HR should only top to maybe 160
2007-02-16 03:57:14 · answer #10 · answered by @bbyrae 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋