Low RHR: The Mark of Efficiency

The Metric

A lower Resting Heart Rate (RHR) is often the hallmark of high athletic conditioning and cardiovascular efficiency. 

Why It’s Celebrated

As your heart becomes stronger, it pumps more blood with every beat, meaning it doesn't have to work as hard while you rest. Petal tracks this downward trend as a "win" for your long-term longevity. 

A Note on Context

While usually a sign of fitness, Petal monitors for unusually low dips that might signal over-exhaustion. Our goal is to ensure your "low" is a healthy, powerful low. Alternatively, please consider scheduling your annual physical. These are preventative, typically fully covered by insurance, and offer the opportunity to talk to your doctor about your heart rate and more.