02/25/2026
Heart rate is how many times your heart beats per minute, while pulse rate is the number of times you feel blood pulsing through your arteries (like at your wrist or neck).
They’re usually the same, but certain heart conditions can cause differences. A normal resting range for most adults is 60–100 bpm, though athletes may have lower rates. Factors like stress, exercise, sleep, medications, and health conditions can all affect your numbers.
Monitoring both can help you spot early warning signs of heart issues.
Learn how to measure them correctly and know when to seek medical care, read the full guide to take control of your heart health: https://cpraedcourse.com/blog/pulse-vs-heart-rate/