How often do you think the heart should be "pumped" during CPR? We remind you that a normal heart rate is considered to be 60-90 per minute. Accordingly, it would be reasonable to assume that chest compressions (pumping) should be performed at this rate. However, no. Emergency physicians would say "pump as fast as you can." Because the recommended frequency of compressions is considered 100-120 per minute. That is, almost twice a second you have to push on the sternum, lowering it by 5 to 6 centimeters. This requires very serious physical training, because resuscitation can last more than one minute☝🏻