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Dr. Andy Galpin
VideoJune 9, 2026
5 Min Physiology: Lower Your Resting Heart Rate (The Simple Science Most People Miss)
Contributor: Dr. Andy Galpin
If your resting heart rate is higher than you’d like, there’s a simple physiological reason, and it’s not what most people think. In this episode of 5 Minute Phys, I break down what actually has to change inside the heart for resting heart rate to come down, and why most “cardio advice” misses the mark.
This is a simple, science-backed framework you can apply immediately, whether you’re an athlete, coach, or just trying to improve your health and performance.
5 Minute Physiology is our short-form series designed to cut through the noise and give you clear, actionable physiology in minutes, not hours.
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