Sit or lie down and rest quietly for 5 to 10 minutes
Avoid caffeine, nicotine, exercise, and stress before measuring
Find your pulse on your wrist or neck
Count the beats for 60 seconds
Record the number of beats per minute
Repeat on several mornings for a more accurate resting heart rate
Use a heart rate monitor, smartwatch, or fitness tracker if available
Measure before getting out of bed for the most consistent result