Interactive Tool: What Is Your Target Heart Rate?

What does this tool measure?

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Click here to find your target heart rate Click here to see an interactive tool..

This tool will help you find your target heart rate based on your:

  • Age.
  • Resting heart rate.
  • Activity level.

Your target heart rate can guide you to how hard you should exercise so you can get the most aerobic benefit from your workout.


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Author: Robin Parks, MS Last Updated: November 1, 2007
Medical Review: Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
Richard B. Kreider, PhD, MX, DPC, FACSM, FASEP - Exercise Physiology

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