Understanding our body’s target heart rate zones and how they change as we age is crucial for getting the most out of our workouts. If your goal is to burn fat, for example, you’ll want to stay in ...

New research from the University of Leeds suggests that some male endurance athletes over 50 may face an increased risk of ...

As you age, many aspects of your body shift, including your heart’s response to physical activity. One of the most important changes is how your heart rate behaves during exercise. Your maximum and ...

Any form of cardio, like running, raises your heart rate. But how high is too high? If you look at your heart rate monitor and notice your bpm (beats per minute) has climbed to, say, 170, you should ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: When I go for a walk or to the gym, people always seem to be checking their pulse, whether by hand or with a wearable. Why is heart rate so important? ANSWER: Your heart rate, or ...