How does the Heart Rate Recovery work?

HRR = Peak HR − HR 1 minute after stopping Then: Normal: ≥ 12 bpm drop in first minute Then: Measure after reaching ≥ 85% HRmax Then: Improves with regular aerobic fitness training.

Can you give an example of how to use the Heart Rate Recovery?

Example: Input Peak HR 168, after 1 min 145 gives a result of HRR = 23 bpm — Normal; good cardiovascular fitness.

Is the Heart Rate Recovery free to use?

Yes — completely free with no registration, download, or subscription required. All calculations happen instantly in your browser.

How accurate is the Heart Rate Recovery?

Our Heart Rate Recovery uses verified mathematical formulas and is accurate to multiple decimal places. Results are calculated in real-time using the same methods used by professionals.

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Peak HR (bpm)

HR after 1 min rest (bpm)

Heart rate recovery (HRR) is the drop in HR in the first minute after stopping vigorous exercise. HRR < 12 bpm is abnormal and associated with increased cardiovascular mortality risk.

Symbol	Name	Unit	Description
MaxHR	Peak heart rate during exercise	Beats per minute	—
HR1min	Heart rate 1 minute post-exercise	Beats per minute	—
HRR	Heart rate recovery	Beats per minute	—

1-min HRR	Fitness level	Cardiac risk
> 25 bpm	Excellent	Very low
12–25 bpm	Normal	Low
< 12 bpm	Below normal	Elevated
< 6 bpm	Poor	High

References

›HRR and mortality — Cole et al. NEJM 1999

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