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Your pulse shows how fast your heart is beating. It can also predict how well your heart is working and even your fitness and fitness level. It sounds difficult, but taking the pulse is easy and requires no special tools. You can take your pulse manually or use an electronic pulse meter or heart rate monitor.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Manual pulse capture

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   Earn a timer while you count your heart rate. Grab a watch or get a watch nearby. You need to see the time when counting your heart rate. You need a digital or analogue watch with a second hand or find a watch nearby to see the time and count pulse accurately.
   • You can also use the timer or the timer on the phone.

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   Determine where to take the circuit. You can catch a pulse on your neck or wrist. Choose the location where you feel most comfortable or where your pulse is easy to find. You can also take your pulse in the following locations, although it will be harder to detect your heart rate:
   • Sun
   • The groin area
   • Legs
   • The instep of the foot

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   Place your finger in the appropriate position to catch the pulse. Press firmly, but not so hard that you can't get the pulse. Place your index and middle fingers on the side of your neck next to the trachea to find the carotid artery. If you are measuring your pulse in your wrists, place two fingers between the bone and tendon on your spinning artery.
   • Be careful not to press too hard on the carotid artery, as doing so may make you dizzy.
   • Find the rotating artery by using your finger to draw a line from under your thumb to your wrist, then feel a slight pounding movement in place between the bone and tendon of the wrist.
   • Place the flat part of your finger on your neck or wrist for the most accurate pulse count. Avoid using your fingertips or thumbs.

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   Watch watch. Decide whether you will catch the pulse in 10, 15, 30, or 60 seconds. Take out the clock to watch while you count your heart rate.

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   Count your heart rate. When the watch reaches zero, start counting the number of times your pulse or heart rate measured on your neck or wrist. Continue counting until the watch reaches the number of seconds you selected for heart rate calculation.
   • Rest your body for five minutes before taking your pulse to get the most accurate resting heart rate readings. You can also measure your pulse during exercise to check your fitness level.

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   Calculate the number of pulses. Record or remember the number of heartbeats you count. Pulse counts are measured in beats per minute.
   • For example, if you count 41 beats in 30 seconds, double that to get 82 beats per minute. If you count for 10 seconds, multiply the number of beats by 6, and if you count for 15 seconds multiply by 4.
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Method 2 of 2: Use a heart rate monitor to measure pulse

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   Get an electronic circuit tester. Use an electronic circuit tester if you have difficulty measuring your pulse manually, you want to check your circuit during exercise without stopping, or you want very accurate readings. Buy or rent one at a medical equipment supply store near your home or at a major retailer. Use a smartwatch or download a smartphone app to measure your pulse if you have one. You need to pay attention to some of the following criteria:
   • Have a strap or cuff that fits you
   • Has an easy-to-read screen
   • Match your needs and finances
   • Note that using a circuit measurement application is not always accurate.

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   Attach a heart rate monitor to your friend. Read the product manual, then position the machine in the correct position to test the circuit. Most heart rate monitors are attached to the chest, finger or wrist.

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   Turn on the instrument and start measuring. When you are ready to test the circuit, start up the meter. Make sure the numbers displayed when you turn on the unit are “OO” to get an accurate reading.

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   Read the results. The meter will automatically stop and display the number while reading the results. Examine the screen and record the number of pulses during that measurement.
   • Keep a record of any metrics or measurements to keep track of your pulse over time.
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Advice

• The normal number of resting pulses for a healthy person ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. Factors like exercise level, emotion, body size, and medication can affect your pulse.

Warning

• If your heart rate is usually lower than 60 beats per minute and you are not a professional athlete call your doctor, especially if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, or difficulty breathing.
• Only press lightly when taking pulse on neck or wrist. Pressing too hard, especially on the neck, may cause dizziness and fall.
• See your doctor if your resting pulse is more than 100 beats per minute.
• The normal circuit is a regular and stable circuit. If you find yourself experiencing frequent missed or excess rhythm, call your doctor as this could indicate a heart problem.