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Target Heart Rate Calculator

Enter age to compute max heart rate and the 50-85% target heart rate zone (bpm).

Input Data

Results

beats per minute
190bpm
beats per minute
95bpm
beats per minute
162bpm

At a glance:Max heart rate ≈ 220 − age; target zone = max × 50% to × 85%.

Formula

maxHr = 220 − age.

lowHr = round(maxHr × 0.5); highHr = round(maxHr × 0.85).

How to Use

  1. Enter your age.
  2. Get max heart rate and the 50-85% target zone instantly.

Case Studies

30 years old

maxHr = 190; zone = 95 to 162 bpm.

FAQ

Why 220 − age?

It is the most common simple estimate; a more precise alternative is 208 − 0.7×age, but 220−age remains the standard.

What does 50-85% mean?

It spans moderate to vigorous aerobic intensity; fat-burn is often 50-70%, cardio conditioning 70-85%.

Is there a more accurate formula?

Your personal max is best measured with a graded exercise test; formulas only estimate.

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References

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