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Many things can affect your breathing rate, including age, fitness level, stress, air quality, and more. Learn when fast or slow breathing may indicate a problem.

Find the normal resting heart rate by age in our chart. Learn how to measure your pulse, factors that affect it, and when to see a healthcare provider.

You probably were told your resting heart rate at your last checkup. Or maybe you get alerts throughout the day thanks to a fitness tracker or smartwatch. But what does the number really mean? And how ...

Your resting heart rate is an important indicator of overall health, but what is considered "normal"? Our experts explore normal heart rate ranges by age.

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