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Hi Team, I just took my blood pressure. I have several readings but, the lowest was 125/77 with a heart rate of 71.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Houston, TX

That's fine, right? Feeling tired since I went to Sams Club and Famous Footwear today. I won't be exercising today. Have a Goodnight!

June 10
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thanks Caryn, I previously contacted my Cardiologist about Cardiac Rehab. On this morning, I called his office and the nurse told me they are working on the paperwork now. I'm not sure of what all Cardiac Rehab entails but, I will find out. I also confirmed with my insurance plan, it is covered 100%. I am still learning things. Thank God for this Team of Knowledge/TOK. Have a Wonderful Day Everyone!

June 11
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Gwen, that is a good reading and nothing to worry about. I am glad you are taking it easy after doing all those chores. All that walking in the store counts as exercise, too! Put your feet up, you deserve it!

June 11
MyHeartDiseaseTeam

That reading of 125/77 with a heart rate of 71 sounds pretty good! A blood pressure below 120/80 mm Hg is considered normal, so 125/77 is just slightly elevated on the top number — but nothing alarming.

Here's a quick breakdown of blood pressure ranges to keep in mind:

- Normal: Below 120/80 mm Hg
- Slightly elevated Show Full Answer

That reading of 125/77 with a heart rate of 71 sounds pretty good! A blood pressure below 120/80 mm Hg is considered normal, so 125/77 is just slightly elevated on the top number — but nothing alarming.

Here's a quick breakdown of blood pressure ranges to keep in mind:

- Normal: Below 120/80 mm Hg
- Slightly elevated: 120–129 mm Hg (top number)
- Stage 1 high: (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators) mm Hg
- Stage 2 high: 140+ / 90+ mm Hg
- Emergency: 180/120 mm Hg or higher — call 911 immediately Sounds like a busy day of shopping — that counts as activity! Rest up and enjoy your evening. 😊

It's always a good idea to track readings over time and share them with a cardiologist, since a single reading doesn't tell the whole story. Consistent monitoring at home is a great habit for staying on top of heart health.

June 10
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I'm with you babe! I know you can make it!

June 13
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Gwen 80 is a normal dystolic reading for an adult and your systolic is pretty amazing. Not to worry! Yours are some where about my average and I am 81 years old.

June 13

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