Investigation Report: Effect of Exercise Intensity on Pulse Rate

Problem Statement:

My goal was to look into how pulse rate is impacted by varying workout intensities.

Hypothesis:

My hypothesis was that the heart rate would rise in tandem with the intensity of activity. This
theory is founded on the knowledge that activities with higher intensities need more energy
and oxygen, which puts more strain on the cardiovascular system.

Variables:

The intensity of exercise (light vs. intense) is an independent variable (IDV).

Controlled variables (CVs) include participant age, health status, type of activity, duration of
exercise, and ambient temperature.
Heart rate (beats per minute) is a dependent variable (DV).

Manipulation of Variables: Different types of activity will be used to change the intensity of
the workout; moderate exercise comprises leaping, brisk walking, fast running, and slow
dancing, while vigorous exercise includes skipping, fast dancing, and fast walking.

Data collection:

Using a stopwatch, the pulse rate will be measured just after each exercise session and
recorded in beats per minute. Prior to exercise, the resting pulse rate will also be assessed.
Three repetitions of each trial will be conducted to guarantee correctness and dependability.

Units and Instruments:

A digital pulse oximeter or a manual pulse count on the wrist or neck will be used to measure
the pulse rate in beats per minute. A stopwatch will be used to measure time in seconds.

Setup:
Materials:

Stopwatch
A manual pulse counter or a digital pulse oximeter
attire that is comfortable for working out
Water to stay hydrated
Method:

1. Resting To measure your pulse rate, sit still for five minutes to put your body in a resting
state.
2. For beats per minute, measure your pulse rate for 15 seconds, then multiply the result by
4.
3. Compute the average resting pulse rate after completing three repetitions.
Gentle Exercise: Spend two minutes doing gentle movements like walking slowly and
jumping.
4. Measure your pulse rate for 15, 30, 45, and 60 seconds right after working out.
Once you've completed the exercise three times, note your pulse rate for each duration.
Exercise: Spend two minutes engaging in rigorous exercise, such as brisk walking or fast
jogging.
5. Measure your pulse rate for 15, 30, 45, and 60 seconds right after working out.
Once you've completed the exercise three times, note your pulse rate for each duration.

Risks and Safety Measures:

Drink enough water both before and throughout your workout.

To avoid injury, do not overexert yourself.
If you notice that participants are becoming tired or uncomfortable, cease the activity.

Accuracy Precautions:

Make sure pulse rate is measured using uniform methods.

Reduce outside influences by exercising in a regulated setting.

Raw Data Table:

Resting Pulse 15s After 30s After 45s After 60s After 15s After 30s After 45s After 60s After
Rate (per Mild Mild Mild Mild Vigorous Vigorous Vigorous Vigorous Exercise
minute) Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise

Trial 1 65 85 100 110 115 110 120 130 140

Trial 2 66 90 105 115 120 115 125 135 145

Trial 3 67 87 102 112 117 112 122 132 142

Processing Data Table:

Resting Pulse 15s After 30s After 45s After 60s After 15s After 30s After 45s After 60s After
Rate (per Mild Mild Mild Mild Vigorous Vigorous Vigorous Vigorous Exercise
minute) Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise

Trial 1 65 85 100 110 115 110 120 130 140

Trial 2 66 90 105 115 120 115 125 135 145

Trial 3 67 87 102 112 117 112 122 132 142

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Results
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Processed Data Table:

Resting Pulse 15s After 30s After 45s After 60s After 15s After 30s After 45s After 60s After
Rate (per Mild Mild Mild Mild Vigorous Vigorous Vigorous Vigorous Exercise
minute) Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise

Trial 1 65 85 100 110 115 110 120 130 140

Trial 2 66 90 105 115 120 115 125 135 145

Trial 3 67 87 102 112 117 112 122 132 142

Average 66 87.33 102.33 112.33 117.33 112.33 122.33 132.33 142.33

Results

Graph:
 Resting Pulse Rate (per minute) 15s After Mild Exercise

30s After Mild Exercise 45s After Mild Exercise

60s After Mild Exercise 15s After Vigorous Exercise

30s After Vigorous Exercise 45s After Vigorous Exercise

60s After Vigorous Exercise

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Trial 1 Trial 2 Trial 3 Average Pulse Rate

Discussion of Results:

The data unequivocally shows that an increase in exercise intensity is accompanied by an

increase in pulse rate. This demonstrates that the cardiovascular system reacts to elevated
metabolic demands during physical activity and validates the concept.

Conclusion:

The experiment's findings support the idea that pulse rate is influenced by exercise intensity.
Pulse rate rises with increasing exercise intensity, indicating the body's adjustment to the
increased metabolic demands.

Evaluation:
The experiment successfully answered the study question and offered solid evidence in favor
of the theory. However, individual differences in fitness levels may have an impact on the
outcomes.

Extension:

Long-term effects on cardiovascular health could be taken into consideration in future

research, along with other characteristics including age, gender, and exercise level.

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