To determine your resting heart rate, maximum heart rate, and target heart rate zone, you can follow these general guidelines:
Question 1: Resting Heart Rate
Your resting heart rate (RHR) is the number of times your heart beats per minute while at rest. To find your RHR:
- Find a quiet place.
- Sit or lie down comfortably.
- After a few minutes of relaxation, take your pulse for 30 seconds and multiply that number by 2 to get beats per minute (BPM).
Question 2: Maximum Heart Rate
Your maximum heart rate (MHR) can be estimated using the formula:
- MHR = 220 - your age For example, if you are 30 years old, your MHR would be approximately 190 BPM.
Question 3: Target Heart Rate Zone
Your target heart rate zone is typically 50-85% of your maximum heart rate. To find this range:
- Calculate your maximum heart rate using the formula above.
- Multiply your MHR by 0.50 (for the lower end of the zone) and by 0.85 (for the upper end of the zone).
For example, if your MHR is 190 BPM:
- Lower end: 190 x 0.50 = 95 BPM
- Upper end: 190 x 0.85 = 161.5 BPM So your target heart rate zone would be 95 to 161 BPM.
You can use these guidelines to determine your heart rates as needed! If you need assistance with calculations or specific values, feel free to ask.