After a brisk walking our heart beat becomes faster, why?

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When we do any exercise or other physical activities, the cells of our body need more glucose and oxygen to provide energy. To meet this demand, more blood has to be pumped by the heart and hence the heart beats faster. As a result of which the pulse rate increases.

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