Re: Heart Rates
Truman Prevatt (truman.prevatt@netsrq.com)
Thu, 7 Nov 1996 10:06:19 -0500
The "resting pulse rate" depends on a lot of factors. Misty's resting rate
will range from 26 to 40 depending on the time of day, the temp, humidity,
distractions like a school bus passing on the road. I have found the best
time to take it is early in the morning or late in the evening on a cool
day when there is little distraction. At these time you have a decent
chance of getting the best reading of the true resting rate.
Truman
>I've only been endurance riding for two years now, and I'm curious to know
>if a resting pulse of 26-28 is common? What is average? What is desireable?
>I was pretty happy with my mare's resting rate of 34-36, but now I'm not so
>sure (this mare is young and not fully conditioned yet; can I hope for a
>better rate down the road?)
>
>Seeking comments - thanks, Joyce
>
Truman Prevatt
Sarasota, FL