the pulse thing on the elliptical ??

betty51
betty51 Posts: 52
edited September 30 in Fitness and Exercise
I was on it and it took my pulse . It was first at 184 then again at 150 then 140 something What exactly this means ?? Is it good ,bad or what....

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  • vulrich93
    vulrich93 Posts: 99
    It means how many heart beats per minute. I'm not too sure with accuracy, a heart rate monitor might be better.
    A good way to know how many beats you should 'max' is 220 minus your age. (not sure where the 220 came from).
  • clrrrr
    clrrrr Posts: 261 Member
    Only trust it if it's consistent. I've noticed that it can get thrown off by things touching it, i.e. an earbud cord.
  • realme56
    realme56 Posts: 1,093 Member
    Not totally reliable as contact points, sweat and other deposits can change it. My elliptical came with a polar chest strap so I know mine is accurate.
  • betty51
    betty51 Posts: 52
    I have a HRM I need to remember to wear it !! Thanks !!
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