Are You Training in the Proper Heart Rate Training Zone?

To increase your aerobic capacity, reduce injury, and burn the most calories, you should know your target heart rate. To find this, you must know how to find your resting heart rate, working heart rate and recovery heart rate. For optimal cardiovascular fitness, you should work towards the middle of your 50 and 70 percent zones. Always check with your physician before starting any fitness routine, especially if you have heart or respiratory concerns. Here’s a simple chart to help you find the right training zone.

Target Heart Rate Training Zones Age 50% Zone 70% Zone Max. Rate 20 years 100 150 200 25 years 98 146 195 30 years 95 142 190 35 years 93 138 185 40 years 90 135 180 45 years 88 131 175 50 years 85 127 170 55 years 83 123 165 60 years 80 120 160 65 years 78 116 155 70 years 75 113 150

Based on resting heart rate of 72 for males and 80 for females. Men over 40 and people with a heart problems should have a stress electrocardiogram before starting an exercise program