Your resting heart rate (RHR) is the number of times your heart beats per minute when you’re at rest. It’s a measure of your heart’s health and fitness. A lower RHR is generally better, as it indicates that your heart is working efficiently.
There are many ways to check your RHR. The most accurate way is to use a heart rate monitor, which is a device that measures your heart rate electrically. You can also check your RHR by taking your pulse. To do this, place two fingers on the inside of your wrist, just below your thumb. Count the number of beats you feel in 15 seconds, and then multiply that number by four to get your RHR.