Frequency Atlas

Human Heartbeat (Resting)

1.17 Hz

A typical resting heart rate is about 70 beats a minute, which is 1.17 Hz.

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A typical resting heart rate is about 70 beats a minute, which is 1.17 Hz. The normal adult range is 60 to 100.

Facts

Frequency
1.17 Hz
Kind of statement
Physical measurement
Filed under
Body rhythms

Sources

  • Resting heart rate

    The reference range for a resting adult. A published range, not a journal paper.

    American Heart Association.

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