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| Resting Heart Rate |
| The best time to measure your resting heart rate is when you wake up in the morning and before you get out of bed. |
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WARNING:
The values in the following tables are calculated using math equations from here.
The information and calculated values listed below are for reference only.
You need to visit your doctor to get real advice about your heart rate.
| Heart Rate Reserve | Max HR - Resting HR | |
| Safety Heart Rate | 60% of Max HR | |
| Max VO2 Heart Rate | 95% of Max HR | |
| Ideal For | Benefit Desired | Intensity Level
(% of Max HR) | Your
Heart Rate |
| Light Exercise | Maintain Healthy Heart/Get Fit | 50% - 60% | |
| Weight Management | Lose Weight / Burn Fat | 60% - 70% | |
| Aerobic Base Building | Increase Stamina Aerobic Endurance | 70% - 80% | |
| Optimal Conditioning | Maintain Excellent Fitness Condition | 80% - 90% | |
| Elite Athlete | Maintain Superb Athletic Condition | 90% - 100% | |