Fitness math...

[Jam-on-toast]

I have recently discovered the quantifiable side of fitness - maximum heart rate, target heart rate and what is officially considered high intesity workout... And - for whatever reason, lol - it all starts with the number 220.

220 minus your age = your maximum heart rate.
70-90% of that number is your high-intensity.
So, if you are 50, your max heart rate is 170, and 119-153 beats per minute would be your high-intensity workout.

If you have a smartwatch, monitoring your heart rate is easy, and keeping in one's target zone is key for heart health.

Ever since I discovered this, my walks with the dog have become much more interesting and I keep checking my watch.... ha ha...
Do you monitor your heart rate?

 

[pachimac]

I learned that when I worked at Jenny Craig. It’s a great way to know if you’re working hard enough or too hard!

 

[faerywings]

I knew that a while ago but I don't think I ever paid attention to it. Next time I take the dogs out, I will have to keep an on it. Although, simply standing in one spot with the dogs can get my heart rate up just trying to keep them from pulling LOL

 

[Cherylndesigns]

I have a smart watch, so it's easy to monitor my heart rate plus all of my other activity. I even get reminders to stand if I've been sitting too long.

 

[AZK]

I'm aware of the theory for the most part but don't really pay attention. If I had a smart watch or a fitbit, I would, but I don't, so I don't.

 

[Jam-on-toast]

I knew that a while ago but I don't think I ever paid attention to it. Next time I take the dogs out, I will have to keep an on it. Although, simply standing in one spot with the dogs can get my heart rate up just trying to keep them from pulling LOL

ha ha... you should see my dog when he spots a cat... I'm lucky to have my both arms still attached to my body.