Question

Curtis is a healthy man who is 32 years of age. using this information, calculate his approximate target heart rate zone for moderate-intensity physical activity.

Answer 1

The target heart rate zone for moderate-intensity aerobic exercise is based on the maximum heart rate which varies with age (decrease with aging). Estimating maximum heart rate can be done by subtracting the age number from 220. So, in this case: 220-32=188

Curtis’ estimated maximum heart rate is 188 beats per minute.