Question

question 21 of 25
what is the correct definition for recovery heart rate?

a. a measure of heartbeats per minute when the body is completely at rest.

b. number of beats per minute the heart drops after exercise.

c. an ideal range to aim for when exercising, calculated using the maximum heart rate formula.

d. number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually expressed as beats per minute.

Explanation:

• Option A describes resting heart rate, not recovery heart rate.
• Option B correctly defines recovery heart rate as the number of beats per minute the heart rate drops after exercise.
• Option C refers to target heart rate during exercise.
• Option D is the general definition of heart rate, not specifically recovery heart rate.

Answer:

B. Number of beats per minute the heart drops after exercise.