Methods and systems for express estimation of the arterial elasticity in a subject are presented. The methods and systems provide simplicity in measurement and the opportunity to measure the arterial elasticity through HRV. The method includes imposing a rhythmical stimulation at a frequency between about 0.06 Hz and 0.081 Hz to cause an oscillation on the cardiovascular system of a subject. The method further include measuring a response associated with the oscillation on the cardiovascular system and determining the arterial elasticity of the subject based on a level of the response associated with the oscillation.