Matt H Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 We had a few reps from Total Fitness come into the office yesterday. They were testing the above so thought i would find out if i was dead or not. average readings for a heathly person are approx 120 / 80 for blood pressure* 80 for resting heart rate** I got a decent figure of 76 for resting heart beat, but wasn't happy about my blood pressure; 141 / 75. So i have high blood pressure due to my 141 There is a chap in the office who is a bit of an athlete (long distance runner), really good. His resting heart beat was an amazing 40!! i think the world record is something like 28!! but his blood pressure was even higher than mine @ 145/81. Just shows that blood pressure is something you can't exercise out. Bit of a sh*tter as i believe that keeping your heart as chilled out as possible is the key to a long life. Any body else have any figures to compare with? and what your life style is like i.e exercise, weight (just are you under or over weight etc would surfice) On another note, Chris who i sit next to (really quite a large chap and quite over weight) supprisingly went and had the test. His blood pressure was really bad at 161/90, which means he should consult a doctor before exercising!! balls. His resting heart beat was 90 also which wasn't that bad but still not great. Demonstrates the effect of being over weight on your blood pressure. *if you dont know what that means, the large number is pressure when the heart pumps and the lower number is the pressure when the heart is at rest (between pumps) - Lower figures are better ** The lower the fitter you are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDriver Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 I don't know my blood pressure, but heartbeat is around 65. My record was 48 when I did a lot of sport. - P - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted January 22, 2008 Author Share Posted January 22, 2008 I don't know my blood pressure, but heartbeat is around 65. My record was 48 when I did a lot of sport. - P - good figures whats your activity like now. I never new what my figures were when i went to the gym like 3 times a week and did my trampolining. Wish i new cos i reckon i would have been getting a really low number for resting heart beat. Plus i could have compared my blood pressure readings to see if its anything i am / or not doing that has or hasnt caused it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbourner Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Self measured heart rate is generally about 60, takes quite a while to drop once it's gone up though!! Don't know my blood pressure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kranz Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Heart rate 46 BP 124/75 I'm 35, bang on target for BMI and train hard at the gym (if anyone has tried the PEB test on the treadmill its addictive. 1.5 miles & it gives you a % score at the end relative to your peak fitness for your age & weight..... I'm stuck at 98% LOL) As a general guide your systolic (first number) should be no higher than your age + 100. Diastolic (second number) should be around 80 and no lower than 60 and no higher than 90. 120/80 is the suggested optimal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDriver Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 good figures whats your activity like now. I 'm not really actif atm, I walk a few kilometers everyday. But used to run a lot. Kranz, those are really good numbers. Well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbourner Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 What's the 'bad' area for heart rates then? Anything over 90? I might have to go to the doc and get my pressure checked, just to see what it is, need to find out why I get dizzy spells occasionally as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 I bought a blood pressure monitor from Lloyds Pharmacy with one of there special promotions. £10!! Obviously not as good as a doc, but does the job to keep a check on things and seems very well made indeed. It also takes your heart beat. Found comparable ones for over £70 in Boots, so not bad at all. I get 120/78 Heart Beat: Semi resting at low 70’s but relaxed about 60. I’m just about to turn 34. The Waffle: http://shop.lloydspharmacy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&catalogId=458&storeId=40&productId=10554&parent_category_rn=10013&top=&top_category= The Lloydspharmacy Fully Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor allows you to conveniently test your blood pressure when and where you want. Lloydspharmacy Fully Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor £9.99 As seen on TV and now available online and in your nearest Lloydspharmacy. RRP £45 Now £9.99 High blood pressure us a key healthcare issue. It is estimated to affect up to one third of the adult population in the UK today. It shows no symptoms and if left untreated can have serious consequences, such as heart attacks and strokes. The only reliable way to identify high blood pressure is by monitoring it using a blood pressure monitor. The Lloydspharmacy Fully Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor is an accurate, portable monitor. It gives you the convenience of testing when you want, and where you want. Accurate for home use Large, easy to read screen For the upper arm Easy to use One button, fully automatic inflation and deflation Includes: 4 x AA Batteries, Carry pouch, Instruction book, Lifestyle guide, Record card, Inflatable upper arm cuff (standard size 22cm to 30cm) Using the monitor: Step 1: Place the cuff on your arm Step 2: Make sure the cuff is level with your heart Step 3: Inflate the cuff by pressing the start button Step 4: Relax and wait for the results Choice of 3 cuff sizes Standard (22-30cm) 821-5022 Large (30-42cm) 821-2730 Extra Large (42-48cm) 827-7980 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted January 22, 2008 Author Share Posted January 22, 2008 What's the 'bad' area for heart rates then? Anything over 90? I might have to go to the doc and get my pressure checked, just to see what it is, need to find out why I get dizzy spells occasionally as well! yeah, 90 or over, means your heart is working a biut harder than you want. Exercise would sort that out. Dizzy spells might be because you have low blood pressure perhaps? Got to be better than high blood pressure mind! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted January 22, 2008 Author Share Posted January 22, 2008 I bought a blood pressure monitor from Lloyds Pharmacy with one of there special promotions. £10!! Obviously not as good as a doc, but does the job to keep a check on things and seems very well made indeed. It also takes your heart beat. Found comparable ones for over £70 in Boots, so not bad at all. I get 120/78 Heart Beat: Semi resting at low 70’s but relaxed about 60. I’m just about to turn 34. The Waffle: http://shop.lloydspharmacy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&catalogId=458&storeId=40&productId=10554&parent_category_rn=10013&top=&top_category= The Lloydspharmacy Fully Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor allows you to conveniently test your blood pressure when and where you want. Lloydspharmacy Fully Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor £9.99 As seen on TV and now available online and in your nearest Lloydspharmacy. RRP £45 Now £9.99 High blood pressure us a key healthcare issue. It is estimated to affect up to one third of the adult population in the UK today. It shows no symptoms and if left untreated can have serious consequences, such as heart attacks and strokes. The only reliable way to identify high blood pressure is by monitoring it using a blood pressure monitor. The Lloydspharmacy Fully Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor is an accurate, portable monitor. It gives you the convenience of testing when you want, and where you want. Accurate for home use Large, easy to read screen For the upper arm Easy to use One button, fully automatic inflation and deflation Includes: 4 x AA Batteries, Carry pouch, Instruction book, Lifestyle guide, Record card, Inflatable upper arm cuff (standard size 22cm to 30cm) Using the monitor: Step 1: Place the cuff on your arm Step 2: Make sure the cuff is level with your heart Step 3: Inflate the cuff by pressing the start button Step 4: Relax and wait for the results Choice of 3 cuff sizes Standard (22-30cm) 821-5022 Large (30-42cm) 821-2730 Extra Large (42-48cm) 827-7980 Do you work for llyods?!? lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbourner Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 If you've got high blood pressure, can't you just cut yourself to let some of the pressure out? (don't do this) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted January 22, 2008 Author Share Posted January 22, 2008 If you've got high blood pressure, can't you just cut yourself to let some of the pressure out? (don't do this) as long as some of the crub in the arteries comes with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Do you work for llyods?!? lol LOL , just what i nicked off their site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 I can't remember what the blood pressure although they said it was low, heart rate was 60. I wouldn't worry about the blood pressure too much unless you have high cholesterol too or you have a known problem with heart disease in the family. if it is worrying you go and get a check up at the docs and maybe get a blood test / cholesterol check done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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