Video: Heart Rate

Introduction

Does the position of your body affect your heart rate? In this experiment, you will use a Heart Rate Monitor to measure your heart rate while sitting, lying, and standing. You will then use your results to answer the question.

Objectives

In this experiment, you will

  • Use a heart rate monitor to measure your heart rate while sitting, lying, and standing.
  • Analyze the results of your experiment.
  • Compare your results with those of other students.
  • Answer the question posed in the introduction.