Exercise has unsurprisingly come out top in a comprehensive poll of activities that get our pulses racing, but there are plenty of surprises on the list.
Placing a last-minute bid on eBay and accidentally liking a photo while stalking someone’s social media are some of the unusual activities that can really cause the heart to pound.
Having sex was number two, followed by attending a job interview and going on a first date.
An argument came in fifth, then making a presentation at work and bringing up a difficult issue or confronting someone close, according to the OnePoll.com research.
Other reasons include a near miss while driving or cycling, taking your driving test and the moment you realise you’ve made a mistake at work.
The average adult will experience a pounding heart four times a week, with more than three quarters admitting it is fairly easy to set it off, the poll of 2,000 Britons, commissioned by Healthspan, revealed.
