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What Causes Rapid And Pounding Heart Beat An Increase In Resting Pulse?

I have been having periods of rapid oand pounding heart rate for 2 months now I had ecg and echocardiogram done and have follow up in 3 weeks. I am athletic and a personal trainer and normaly have aresting pullse of 68 I have gained 10 pounds and hav enoticed my resting rate has gone up to 72 except when i have thee bouts of resting rapid pulse. Anywhere from 80-100 bpm. ???
Fri, 31 Aug 2018
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Hi,

Normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats a minute. Generally, a lower heart rate at rest implies more efficient heart function and better cardiovascular fitness. For example, a well-trained athlete might have a normal resting heart rate closer to 40 beats a minute.

So don't worry, it may vary from between 60-100. In athletes, it may even low.

Avoid caffeinated drinks and alcohol. Avoid smoking. Eat green leafy vegetables then consult your doctor, he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Causes Rapid And Pounding Heart Beat An Increase In Resting Pulse?

Hi, Normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats a minute. Generally, a lower heart rate at rest implies more efficient heart function and better cardiovascular fitness. For example, a well-trained athlete might have a normal resting heart rate closer to 40 beats a minute. So don t worry, it may vary from between 60-100. In athletes, it may even low. Avoid caffeinated drinks and alcohol. Avoid smoking. Eat green leafy vegetables then consult your doctor, he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.