Question

Based on the individual's age ( 32 years old), what is his predicted HR max using Tanaka's equation? (Hint: no decimals), (0.6% mark) a) 182bpm b) 188 bpm c) 186bpm

Answer 1

Using Tanaka's equation, the predicted maximum heart rate (HR max) for a 32-year-old is 186 bpm, which corresponds to option (c).

Step-by-step explanation:

To predict the maximum heart rate (HR max) for a 32-year-old individual using Tanaka's equation, we use the formula: HR max = 208 - (0.7 × age). Substituting the age:

HR max = 208 - (0.7 × 32) = 208 - 22.4 = 185.6 bpm

When we remove decimals as per the hint, the predicted HR max would be 186 bpm.

Therefore, the correct answer is (c) 186 bpm.