HRV by Age
Heart rate variability (HRV) changes with age. Younger individuals usually have higher HRV values, while HRV tends to decrease as people get older.
HRV measures the variation between heartbeats. A higher HRV often indicates better recovery and a healthier nervous system.
Average HRV Values by Age
- 20–30 years: 60–90 ms
- 30–40 years: 50–80 ms
- 40–50 years: 40–70 ms
- 50–60 years: 30–60 ms
- 60+ years: 20–50 ms
Why HRV Decreases With Age
Changes in the autonomic nervous system, lifestyle factors, stress and physical fitness influence HRV over time.
How to Improve HRV
- improve sleep quality
- regular physical activity
- stress management
- balanced nutrition