Smartwatches are a popular method for individuals to monitor their health. However, a recent study shows that focusing on your daily heart rate and step count—and devoting an additional second to crunching those numbers—can offer a more accurate picture of your cardiac health.
Daily Heart Rate Per Step (DHRPS) is a new way to assess your heart health. You derive it by dividing your average daily heart rate by the number of steps you take each day. The higher the final number, the greater your risk of cardiovascular disease. DHRPS seems to be a stronger predictor of cardiovascular health than step count or heart rate alone, according to recent research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Mary Greene, MD, cardiologist at Manhattan Cardiology, explains why cardiovascular efficiency is a good indicator of heart health. Read the article
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