Target Heart Rate Calculator

Jogger The myDr Target Heart Rate Calculator uses your age to work out your maximum heart rate (measured in heartbeats per minute). Based on that figure, the calculator then works out the minimum and maximum heart rates you should stay between while taking exercise. Research has shown that if you exercise while keeping your heart rate (measured by your pulse) in this range, you will be more effective at improving aerobic fitness. People who do little or no exercise should initially aim to exercise at about 60 per cent of their maximum heart rate. A normal, resting adult pulse rate is about 72 beats per minute; children's pulse rates are often higher.

Note: the myDr Heart Rate Calculator uses international population averages to work out maximum heart rates. If you have had heart problems, are elderly or have special weight, health or exercise requirements, you should talk to a certified fitness professional or your doctor about your target heart rate for fitness.
Enter your age, then press the 'Calculate' button

Your maximum heart rate is beats per minute
Your minimum training heart rate is beats per minute Heart Graph Your maximum training heart rate is beats per minute
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Check Your Pulse
You can check your beats-per-minute rate by taking your pulse while you exercise.

Use your index finger to locate the bony prominence on the thumb side of your wrist. Slide your finger down gently towards the centre of your wrist. Time the number of beats you feel for 15 seconds, then multiply by 4. As a general rule, the intensity of the exercise you are doing should not prevent you from talking, but should prevent you from singing.


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