My questions:
- If an athlete has a very low resting heart rate (45 bpm and lower) does that mean that it would be `normal' for the heart muscle to contract harder with each beat?
- If that is the case would it follow that the systolic pressure in an athlete is typically higher (greater than 120 but less than 140)?
- If the diastolic (bottom number) is less than 80 would that support a conclusion that the higher systolic pressure (e.g., 140/68 with a heart rate of 45 bpm) among athletes is `within normal limits'?
Dan- It is great to read that you have returned to private practice, your patients will benefit from your approach to counseling, you are a gifted psychologist.
ReplyDeleteI am seeking your advice on the best type of recumbent to purchase that would help a 53 year old who just suffered from a vertebral dissection and blood clot in the area of the brain that controls balance. I refuse to give up on biking , After my total hip replacement 3 months ago I was back on my bike at 4 weeks. This blip in my health adventures will require some research on the best way to ride and, where to purchase my new bike. I hope you don't mind the comment, but I know you are the best person to advise me about purchasing a recumbent in the Chicago land area.
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