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Heart Rate Reserve Percentage (HRR%) is a method used to calculate exercise intensity based on the difference between your maximum heart rate and resting heart rate. It provides a more personalized approach to training intensity compared to using maximum heart rate alone.
The calculator uses the HRR percentage formula:
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Explanation: The equation calculates what percentage of your available heart rate reserve you're using during exercise.
Details: HRR percentage is crucial for designing personalized training zones, monitoring exercise intensity, and ensuring safe and effective workouts. It accounts for individual differences in resting heart rate, making it more accurate than percentage of maximum heart rate.
Tips: Enter your current heart rate, resting heart rate, and maximum heart rate in beats per minute (bpm). All values must be positive numbers, and maximum heart rate must be greater than resting heart rate.
Q1: How do I measure my resting heart rate?
A: Measure your pulse first thing in the morning before getting out of bed. Count beats for 60 seconds for most accurate results.
Q2: How do I determine my maximum heart rate?
A: The most accurate method is through maximal exercise testing. Alternatively, you can use the formula: 220 - age, though this is an estimate.
Q3: What are typical HRR percentage ranges for different exercise intensities?
A: Generally: 50-60% (very light), 60-70% (light), 70-80% (moderate), 80-90% (hard), 90-100% (maximum).
Q4: Why use HRR percentage instead of maximum heart rate percentage?
A: HRR percentage accounts for individual differences in resting heart rate, providing a more personalized and accurate measure of exercise intensity.
Q5: Can HRR percentage be used for all types of exercise?
A: Yes, HRR percentage is applicable to various aerobic activities including running, cycling, swimming, and other cardiovascular exercises.