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heart rate during squats is not cardio

April 2, 2026Howard Luks MD

Howard Luks MD says patients often assume a high heart rate during heavy lifting counts as cardio, and he argues that is incorrect and needs clearer explanation from cardiologists.

Doc, my heart rate hits 150 during squats — that's cardio, right?
No.
Howard Luks MD
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