137 bpm resting pulse
Is a 137 pulse rate too high? A heart rate of 137 beats per minute (or 22.8 beats every 10 seconds) is higher than the range considered normal for adults and children over ten.3 It is normal for children under ten to have pulses over 100. Consult the table below to determine if a 137 is normal for your child's age.
While within the normal adult range of 60 to 100, a 137 pulse is 101.5% quicker than the typical adult average of 73 bpm.
Your resting pulse will vary with age. Consult the table below to check how a 137 heart rate compares to others in your age range. See also: Exercising pulse of 137 bpm
137 bpm Pulse Percentile by Age
| Age | Percentile for 137 resting pulse |
|---|---|
| Infant |
Top 75% Average |
| 1 year |
Top 95% Very High |
| 2-3 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 4-5 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 6-8 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 9-11 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 12-15 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 16-19 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 20-39 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 40-59 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 60-79 years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
| 80+ years |
Top 99% Extremely High |
Source Citations
- Linda J. Vorvick MD, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institute of Health Pulse: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia